Commercial Manager - - 43266 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead commercial delivery across a diverse portfolio of construction projects in Auckland. You will take ownership of commercial performance, contract management, and financial control while leading and developing a capable commercial team.

Working closely with regional and project leaders, you will ensure strong governance, accurate reporting, and effective risk management from pre contract through to project completion.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead and manage commercial teams across multiple projects
Own contract administration and contractual compliance end to end
Control project budgets, forecasts, cost flow, and cash flow
Manage procurement strategies and subcontractor agreements
Drive revenue recovery, variations, claims, and change management
Provide clear financial reporting and early risk escalation to leaders

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

A tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Professional accreditation such as MRICS, NZIQS, or equivalent
Extensive experience in construction commercial management, including people leadership
Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement, and claims
proven ability to manage risk, budgets, and complex financial forecasts
A calm, clear communicator who builds trust across teams and clients

What’s on offer:

Competitive salary package, with relocation support available
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
In-house technical training and leadership development programmes
Career opportunities across Higgins and Fletcher Construction

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

We're with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.