Commercial Director

We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Director to join the Project Team in Perth! In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end commercial management of the Project as a member of the Project's senior leadership team including responsibility for upstream contract management with the Client and downstream contract management with the supply chain. This role will be a staff position required for the duration of the project. Webuild is the preferred bidder for the design and construction of the Women and Babies Hospital in Perth, Western Australia. This landmark project will replace the century-old King Edward Memorial Hospital and expand services and choice for women, newborns and families, delivering lasting benefits and a positive legacy for the people of Western Australia. Who We Are Webuild in Australia is comprised of Webuild, Clough and e2o. Together, we are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples’ lives today and tomorrow. We deliver large, complex projects for the infrastructure, energy, and resources industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently. Our business is built on a foundation of strong values, earning us a respected reputation as an employer of a diverse and talented workforce who share in our passion for projects. We are committed to providing our people with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. By investing in their careers, we are not only supporting the growth of the engineering and construction industries, but ensuing Australia is well-positioned to deliver the nation-building projects that will enable a more sustainable future. Who You Are Innovative. Curious. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you. Your focus will include: Support commercial negotiations in the active management of legislative, contractual, governance and regulatory compliance through the life of commercial agreements and contracts to ensure risk mitigation and benefit realisation related to the successful delivery of the project Co-ordinate, manage, and maintain relevant systems, processes and procedures related to contract management and project delivery.Consult and liaise internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomesPrepare regular reports for senior leadership on the Project and for corporate detailing the financial and risk status of commercial agreements and contractsResolve commercial and contract disputes, carry out due diligence, and actively manage the project’s risk exposure to known and unknown risksProvide proactive commercial and contract management input/advice and manage, collaboratively, stakeholder requirements throughout the project life cycleOwnership and management of the Managing Contractor procurement model including building and maintaining strong relationships with the Client and associated stakeholders noting the highly collaborative nature of this style of procurement model;Building and maintaining of relationships with key internal functions such as cost control and procurement, driving the Project to a successful conclusion for the Client and the Project What you will bring to the team: Extensive experience as a Commercial Director/Manager with experience working within a project management environment in commercial and contract administration gained on construction, engineering or associated projects, ideally in Perth/Western AustraliaLead the commercial function of a building project with value exceeding $500 Million with experience in the Health sector being considered beneficialExperience leading commercial teams from site administrators to senior commercial managers across multiple sitesAdvanced skills in developing procedures for project contract administration both upstream and downstream including interactions with the design and construction teams on the ProjectReporting and compliance with respect to commercial performance and legislation/code to prevent potential business exposure and in line with the corporate reporting requirementsAbility to work within a high-performance, cross-functional organization with extremely tight timelines and aggressive goals Our people enjoy: A competitive remuneration packageIndustry leading paid parental leave program from the day you joinFlexible and remote work options to manage work and lifestyle commitmentsOngoing learning and development opportunities (through Engineers Australia, AIM Training, LinkedIn Learning and more)Excellent end of trip facilities and free gym onsite  Numerous mental health and well-being programs Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, retail and moreExposure to a range of iconic projects and industries  Salary continuance insurance (criteria applies) We’re building a diverse workforce We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity. Guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds. Apply now to join us! Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted we will contact you. Please note: We reserve the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position.