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Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.
We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.
With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution.
Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.
This Darwin-based role will suit a commercially driven construction professional with a strong foundation in engineering principles and contract management. You understand how design intent, site conditions, and programme interact with cost, risk, and compliance—and you know how to lead teams through that complexity to deliver clear commercial results.
Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline
Proven experience delivering the commercial function on large-scale building or infrastructure projects
Deep understanding of construction contracts (AS, GC21, or equivalent) and relevant legislation
Skilled in procurement, tendering, subcontractor management, and contract negotiation
Experienced in managing project budgets, cash flow, and financial reporting from pre-contract to final account
Capable of identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risk across design and delivery phases
Technically competent with systems such as Jobpac, Aconex, and Microsoft Excel
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As Commercial Manager, you’ll lead all commercial activities across a technically complex project, ensuring that contractual obligations are met, risks are managed, and project performance is commercially sound.
Oversee head contract administration, progress claims, variations, and notices
Manage procurement strategy and execution across all trade packages
Support design development and project planning with cost and contractual input
Monitor project costs, maintain rolling forecasts, and produce monthly financial reports
Review subcontractor claims and variations, ensuring compliance and cost alignment
Ensure accurate commercial documentation, records, and audit trails are maintained
Provide commercial guidance to project managers, site teams, and design consultants
Mentor and support Contracts Administrators and junior staff
Represent DCOH in negotiations and formal communications with clients, subcontractors, and consultants
If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.
Privately owned Australian property development, construction, roofing, real-estate and hospitality company serving Northern Territory communities.
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