Ventia is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial outcomes across major telecommunications programs. This role provides senior commercial leadership to project teams, ensuring robust contract administration, strong governance and optimised financial performance across complex, multi‑year contracts.
Why join Ventia?
- Join an ASX listed, reputable infrastructure services business with a strong pipeline of long‑term telecommunications programs.
- Work on high‑value, nationally significant contracts with real influence over commercial outcomes.
- Operate within a strong commercial governance framework with access to senior decision‑makers.
- Collaborative culture that values integrity, accountability, safety and performance.
- Competitive remuneration, flexible working arrangements and long‑term career opportunities across Ventia’s diversified portfolio.
About the role
You will lead and oversee commercial and contractual outcomes across large‑scale telecommunications projects, supporting operational teams while maintaining strong client engagement. The role balances hands‑on commercial leadership with strategic oversight, governance and continuous improvement. Furthermore, you’ll:
- Lead major variations, claims and commercial negotiations across projects.
- Manage upstream commercial performance, including subcontractor contracts, risk and cost control.
- Provide senior commercial advice on contract interpretation, risk and dispute strategy.
- Drive governance, compliance and reporting across commercial obligations.
- Lead revenue assurance and cost optimisation initiatives to protect margin.
- Act as the primary escalation point for complex client disputes.
- Foster a collaborative, customer‑focused culture and support capability development within the commercial team.
Are you our next Senior Commercial Manager?
- Significant experience in commercial management within telecommunications, infrastructure or major projects.
- Strong understanding of contract and construction law, commercial risk and project finance.
- Proven experience leading complex negotiations, claims and contractual outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver results in operational environments.
- Strategic thinker with a strong customer focus and commercial acumen.
- Experience leading or mentoring commercial teams is highly regarded.
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
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Position Reference Number:166824