Commercial Manager - Dunedin Based - Key Regional Projects - Competitive Base Pay + Future Shareholder Opportunity About Our Client With nearly a century of experience, our client is a trusted and renowned leader in New Zealand’s trade services. They deliver high-quality trade service solutions nationwide, maintaining strong relationships and a proud legacy of service in communities both urban and rural. About the Role This is a newly created Commercial Manager position, designed to support the delivery of major infrastructure developments in Southland. Reporting directly to the Regional Manager, you’ll play a key role in overseeing the financial and contractual performance of large-scale construction and service projects. This is a strategic opportunity for a commercially minded professional to help shape the future of a growing business while contributing to high-impact regional developments. Key Responsibilities - Lead commercial management across major projects, ensuring financial and contractual integrity. - Manage budgets, cost control, procurement, and contract administration. - Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure alignment and delivery. - Provide strategic commercial insights to support business decisions. - Champion the company’s reputation and values in all stakeholder interactions. - Drive business development initiatives, identifying opportunities for growth and supporting the expansion of services across Southland and beyond What You’ll Bring - Proven experience in commercial management, ideally on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects. - Strong understanding of financial, contractual, and commercial project aspects. - Background in construction or related sectors, with knowledge of materials, processes, and industry best practices. - Experience in project management or quantity surveying (5+ years), with a desire to step into a dedicated commercial management role. - Familiarity with NZ construction legislation, codes, and standards. - Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. - Strategic mindset with strong attention to detail and execution. - Collaborative, professional, and relationship-focused. Why Join? - Be part of a company with deep roots and a strong future. - Contribute to significant infrastructure projects in Southland. - Work with a team that values quality, integrity, and community. Make an impact today, start this side of Christmas and to learn more, please reach out to Charlotte Crake at Enterprise Recruitment: charlotte.crake@enterprise.co.nz , Apply now! To be considered for this opportunity, you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.