Commercial Lead

Zinfra is a leading infrastructure services provider committed to delivering exceptional solutions in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our 2000 strong team members across Australia, consistently strive to exceed our client’s expectations and make a difference in the communities we serve. 

About the Role 

Zinfra is seeking a commercially astute leader to oversee and deliver contract administration and commercial governance across NSW and QLD. This role supports operational teams by providing commercial oversight of work performed under panel and bespoke agreements for some of our key energy clients (e.g. Transgrid and Powerlink), as well as managing subcontractor arrangements, and driving value through strategic commercial leadership. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Developing and implementing commercial strategies at contract commencement and throughout delivery 
• Managing commercial risks, claims, disputes, and contentious matters 
• Managing subcontracts and supplier agreements 
• Ensuring high standards of commercial record keeping (payment claims, variations and other claims, schedule control, correspondence) 
• Mentoring teams to uplift commercial acumen 
• Driving continuous improvement, value-for-money initiatives and lessons learned initiatives 

About You 

You’re a proactive and experienced commercial professional with a strong background in energy, utilities or infrastructure. You bring strong stakeholder engagement skills, a collaborative approach and proven expertise in managing change and delivering results. 

You’ll have: 

• 7+ years’ experience in commercial, legal, finance or operational roles 
• Advanced experience managing change, claims, and disputes as a contractor 
• Demonstrated skills in negotiating and managing supply/subcontracts for major or multiple projects  
• Strong knowledge of contract law, risk mitigation, and delivery models 
• The ability to build and maintain effective relationships internally and externally 
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring and coaching junior staff 
• The ability to work autonomously, prioritise workloads, and consistently meet deadlines  
• Advanced commercial acumen and problem-solving skills 

Our people are our energy source, and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. 

Join our team and make a meaningful impact toward Australia’s “Net Zero” targets through the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and be a part of our journey to shape the future of the energy and utilities industry. 

Diversity & Inclusion 

We champion inclusion and are committed to gender equity targets and increasing First Nations representation in our workforce.  

We welcome applications from all people especially women, First Nations peoples, those with differing abilities, LGBTIQA+ community members, those with neurodiverse abilities, those with culturally diverse backgrounds, and from all age groups. You belong here. 

Recruitment Process 

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check 

Notice to Third Parties: Zinfra does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.