At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia & Asia’s high-tech future. We design, build and operate world class, next generation data centres, using cutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the specific requirements of local, international hyperscale customers.
NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100-listed technology company, only 15 years young and operating 17 data centres across 7 major cities in Australia, with multiple international sites in development to support our customer’s digital infrastructure.
At NEXTDC our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer-centric data centre services company.
Where Cloud lives and AI thrives
Job Description
As our Commercial Director you’ll provide expertise and leadership to the Commercial Managers across various Hyperscale Data Centre projects. You’ll ultimately be responsible for overseeing the financial and contractual aspects of development projects. This role ensures commercial integrity, cost efficiency, and strategic procurement across all phases of construction.
In this role you’ll work with project team members and collaborate with internal stakeholders, principal contractors, consultants, and vendors to manage budgets, contracts, risk, and commercial performance aligned with NEXTDC’s strategic objectives.
You’ll be responsible for the following areas:
- Culture and Leadership
- Commercial Planning and Strategy
- Contract Management
- Cost Management
- Risk & Compliance
- Stakeholder Engagement
Qualifications
Your proven commercial experience will see you bringing:
- 10+ years’ experience in commercial management within construction or infrastructure sectors
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
- Professional certifications in commercial or project management (e.g., MRICS, PMP, AIQS)
- Experience with principal contractors or client-side commercial leadership preferred
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Deep understanding of Australian construction regulations, procurement frameworks, and authority approvals
- Advanced negotiation, contract administration, and financial analysis capabilities
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
This opportunity will see you working with world leaders in our space. Join our journey now and be an integral part of our ongoing success.
Additional Information
- Seize this exciting opportunity to join one of Australia’s fastest growing companies and play a key contributing role in the future of AI and the digital economy
- Join an inclusive, diverse and values-driven working culture supporting hybrid work practices
- Enjoy awesome employee benefits (gifted share options, NEXTDC days, volunteer days, professional development, holistic wellbeing and mental health programs and more)
- Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow)
Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate.
Make NEXTDC your next move.
Top Skills
What We Do
NEXTDC is an ASX100 listed technology company enabling business transformation through innovative data centre outsourcing solutions and connectivity services.
As Australias largest locally owned and operated data centre provider, NEXTDC is Australia’s most trusted provider of premium data centre solutions.
With a national footprint of nine data centres certified to the highest global standards, NEXTDC provides secure, reliable, and high‑performance data centre and interconnection solutions to enterprise and government organisations.
NEXTDC has built and operates Australia’s most cloud‑connected data centre network, providing organisations with the most direct access to the leading public cloud platforms, networks, and IT services infrastructure.
Recognised by Frost & Sullivan as the leading data centre solutions in the Australian market, NEXTDC is Australia’s only data centre provider who operates a nationwide network of Tier IV and Tier III facilities in the country's national growth markets.
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