John Holland

Senior Commercial and Risk Manager

John Holland  •  Fortitude Valley, AU (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

About John Holland Building Queensland:

At John Holland Building Queensland, we're delivering some of the state's most iconic and complex projects. With a people-first culture and a commitment to excellence, we create places that transform communities and leave a lasting legacy. From landmark hospitals and major commercial developments to city-shaping precincts, our projects play a vital role in supporting Queensland's growth. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative environment where our people are empowered to grow their careers and make a meaningful impact.

About The Role:

As our Senior Commercial and Risk Manager, you will lead the commercial strategy and risk management across John Holland’s Queensland Building business, supporting both tenders and project delivery. Working closely with senior leaders and project teams, you'll provide expert guidance on contracts, commercial performance, risk, compliance, and governance to drive successful project outcomes. You'll also play a key role in contract negotiations, dispute resolution, insurance claims management, and strengthening commercial capability across the business to protect profitability and support sustainable growth.

What we offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits, including salary continuance and salary sacrifice options
  • New office in Newstead with end of trip facilities, fitness passport & an employee benefits program
  • Flexible work arrangements and generous leave, including 18 weeks paid parental leave
  • Career development through technical, leadership and emerging talent programs
  • Opportunities to work on some of Australia's most iconic projects
  • A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong
  • Wellbeing support and benefits designed to help you thrive

What we are looking for:

  • Degree qualified in Law, Commerce, Accounting, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Business or a related discipline.
  • Strong experience in project commercial management and contract administration within construction, engineering or project environments.
  • Proven ability to manage commercial, contractual and financial risk.
  • Advanced understanding of compliance, legislation and commercial reporting requirements.
  • Highly developed negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong capability in contract interpretation, drafting and managing complex commercial agreements.
  • Proven experience in leadership and people management

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead commercial strategy, risk management and governance across the Queensland Building business.
  • Provide commercial leadership and support for major tenders, contract reviews and negotiations.
  • Identify, assess and mitigate contractual, commercial and financial risks across projects in delivery.
  • Advise senior leaders on commercial matters, legislative changes and business risk.
  • Lead the management of contractual disputes, adjudications and major insurance claims.
  • Support project delivery teams with contract administration, variations, delays, claims and subcontract management.
  • Drive commercial capability and lead the commercial and administration peer group by mentoring, training and developing project commercial teams.
  • Partner with project leaders to improve commercial performance and ensure stable profitability.
  • Coordinate legal support and provide strategic advice to protect business interests and project outcomes.

At John Holland,

Our purpose is simple; we transform lives with everything we do.

We know construction is about people - our customers, our employees and the communities we work in every day. That's what sets us apart: deep expertise, proven capability and a genuine commitment to creating better outcomes for people along the way.

With expertise spanning engineering, construction and operations, we're delivering the projects and services that keep communities moving. From rail, roads and bridges to hospitals and stadiums, we've helped shape Australia through iconic projects. You'll even see us operating buses, trains and trams.

Be part of a team that's up for the challenge of transforming lives.

*John Holland does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CVs from agencies that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers.

John Holland

About John Holland

At John Holland, our purpose is simple: we transform lives. And we do this with everything we do.

From humble beginnings 75 years ago, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading building, infrastructure, rail and transport companies.

We’re incredibly proud of our history in Australia – but it’s what we’re delivering for the future that drives our teams each and every day.

Our diverse experience and expertise enable us to create innovative and enduring solutions for our customers.

The fact we can do this across multiple industry sectors means we’re up for any challenge.

We’re currently delivering many of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects – from the Melbourne Metro Tunnel and Sydney Metro to the Australian-first Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro Project in Queensland – as well as significant water, property and urban renewal projects.

You’ll even see us operating buses, trains and trams.

Our people-first philosophy puts us at the front of the industry and continues to attract the best and brightest talent.

Our customers trust us to deliver complex, city-shaping projects because we push boundaries and employ innovation in everything we do.

We transform lives.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Melbourne CBD, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
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