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We’re looking for a Commercial Development Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping Sydney Airport’s long‑term commercial future by identifying, validating and progressing high‑value development opportunities across our diverse estate.
Reporting to the Commercial Development Lead , this role sits at the heart of Sydney Airport’s capital investment framework. You’ll lead opportunities from early concept and feasibility through to final business case approval, guiding sponsors and senior stakeholders to make confident, evidence‑based investment decisions.
You’ll work across a broad portfolio of land, precinct and asset opportunities - translating ambiguous ideas into robust, decision‑ready development concepts that unlock long‑term commercial, operational and customer value.
We’re looking for a Commercial Development Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping Sydney Airport’s long‑term commercial future by identifying, validating and progressing high‑value development opportunities across our diverse estate.
Reporting to the Commercial Development Lead , this role sits at the heart of Sydney Airport’s capital investment framework. You’ll lead opportunities from early concept and feasibility through to final business case approval, guiding sponsors and senior stakeholders to make confident, evidence‑based investment decisions.
You’ll work across a broad portfolio of land, precinct and asset opportunities - translating ambiguous ideas into robust, decision‑ready development concepts that unlock long‑term commercial, operational and customer value.
Identifying and shaping high‑value land and asset opportunities across the airport precinct
Testing and validating concepts through upfront feasibility, including market demand, planning pathways, development economics, risk and operational impact
Challenging assumptions and exploring alternative land‑use scenarios to determine highest and best use
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Translating ambiguous ideas into clearly defined, evidence‑based development opportunities
Partnering with Finance to build and interrogate commercial and financial models (DCF, IRR, NPV, sensitivities)
Preparing clear, decision‑ready opportunity briefs and business cases for senior leadership and investment forums
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You’re a commercially minded development professional who thrives in complexity and ambiguity. You’re comfortable challenging thinking, influencing senior stakeholders and balancing commercial returns with operational, customer and long‑term strategic outcomes.
You’ll bring:
A tertiary qualification in Property Economics, Property Development, Urban Planning, Valuation, Commerce, Engineering, Architecture or similar
Strong experience in early‑stage development, feasibility and business case development
Experience gained across retail, transport, infrastructure or property environments (favourable)
Background in environments such as property development, infrastructure owners/operators, major landholders, consulting, REITs or complex mixed‑use precincts
Proven experience partnering with finance teams on development economics and option analysis
Exposure to large‑scale capital investment decision‑making and senior executive presentations
The ability to work effectively in live operating environments where trade‑offs matter
5+ years’ experience in a comparable development, strategy or commercial role
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