Commercial Director

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

 

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

 

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. 

 

• 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.