-Lead and support the preparation and evaluation of variations, claims, and work scope changes for clients, consultants, and subcontractors. -Oversee all commercial and contractual matters for Pacific Islands Buildings projects in accordance with McConnell Dowell’s procedures and commercial governance requirements. -Support the preparation, negotiation, and finalisation of subcontract and supplier agreements, including RFQs, bid evaluations, and clarifications. -Promote McConnell Dowell’s values, standards, and commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. -Oversee financial reporting, including progress claims, cost-to-complete reviews, and risk assessments in collaboration with project and finance teams. -Provide commercial advice and guidance to project teams, ensuring contractual compliance and risk mitigation. -Drive continuous improvement in commercial processes, reporting, and procurement practices. -Ensure bonds, insurances, and guarantees are in place and managed effectively throughout the project lifecycle. -Manage and mentor project commercial teams to ensure strong commercial performance and governance. -Manage procurement processes in line with corporate policies, including development of project-specific procurement strategies.
-Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the civil construction or building industry, with strong commercial management experience. -Proven ability to analyse complex commercial and contractual issues and deliver practical, innovative solutions. -Clear, confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills and the ability to work effectively across all organisational levels. -Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to manage and develop commercial teams. -Sound understanding of HS&E requirements within construction environments. -Proficient in using relevant commercial and project management systems. -Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Law, or a related discipline. -Demonstrated commercial acumen with a strong track record in negotiation, claims, and procurement management. -Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills.
-Founded in 1961 by visionary New Zealand engineers, the company set out to build smarter and bolder than before. -From its roots in pipeline and marine works, it expanded through Asia, Australia and the Middle East in its early decades. -It went public in the 1980s, then refocused on core engineering after the financial crash reshaped its strategy. -Acquired by Aveng in 2003, the firm rode the mining and infrastructure boom, delivering large-scale energy and resource projects. -It tackles complex assignments—from metro tunnels and LNG facilities to desalination plants and cruise terminals. -Its specialties include building, civil works, electrical, fabrication, marine, mechanical, pipeline, rail, tunnel and underground construction. -Unusual facts: it’s built pipelines over 1,300 mm in diameter, pulled marine pipelines offshore, and completed award‑winning light‑rail and ferry wharf projects.
Oil & Gas
Petrochemical
Water
Resources
Power
Transport
Building
Social Infrastructure
Pipeline
Rail
Mechanical
Electrical
Marine
Civil
Tunnelling
Underground Infrastructure
Mining
Commercial Building
Public Infrastructure
-pre‑employment medical required, including drug and alcohol testing.
