We are officially relaunching our search for an exceptional Commercial Manager, Transit. We are looking for a new wave of talent to join our team to negotiate high‑value outcomes and build strong, collaborative client relationships across major infrastructure projects
Why BAI Communications
It’s an exciting time to be part of BAI Communications. Building on our achievements in broadcasting, telecommunications and critical communications, we continue to expand our operations to help connect people and support communities.
We operate one of the world’s most extensive broadcast networks, delivering television and radio services to 99% of the Australian population. During crises, national broadcasters depend on us to maintain vital communications, while emergency services trust us to keep them informed.
As 5G transforms connectivity, we’re leveraging global experience to enable world‑class coverage in complex environments—tunnels, buildings, stadiums and high‑density transit corridors. Our acquisition of Titan ICT strengthens our mission‑critical capabilities across mining, resources and energy.
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Let’s Explore the Role
As the Commercial Manager – Transit, you will oversee the commercial relationship, contract value and commercial outcomes for major telecommunications infrastructure projects, including the Sydney Metro West program.
You will:
- Lead commercial management and contract administration, ensuring contractual compliance.
- Act as primary commercial contact for the client, maintaining strong relationships with client commercial teams.
- Interpret and administer contract requirements, ensuring BAI’s rights and obligations are understood and upheld.
- Identify, prepare and negotiate Change Orders, variations and compensation events.
- Support revenue targets and identify growth opportunities.
- Oversee commercial deliverables including performance milestones, payment schedules, warranties and risk management.
- Prepare claims, formal notices and commercial documentation in line with dispute resolution protocols.
- Maintain commercial registers including Change Order logs, risk registers and contract correspondence.
- This role is required to be undertaken from within Australia only.
Let’s Hear About You
You bring:
- 7–10+ years’ commercial management or contract administration experience on major infrastructure or construction projects.
- Strong capability in commercial negotiations, Change Orders, variations and commercial settlements.
- Experience managing contracts valued above $100M.
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business, Law, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or similar.
- Experience with infrastructure/rail/metro commercial frameworks (highly desirable).
- Ability to coach others in commercial best practice.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
Benefits & Culture
At BAI, we value diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
We offer:
- Inclusive culture supported by DEI programs and networks.
- Learning and development pathways, including LinkedIn Learning.
- Flexible work options, gender‑neutral parental leave and wellbeing support.
- Recognition programs and corporate discounts.
- Novated leasing and a strong referral program.
BAI is committed to inclusive recruitment. If you need adjustments or alternative application options, please contact recruitment(at)baicommunications.com.
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