Redpath Partners is exclusively partnering with iCOST, a leading commercial and cost consultancy, to appoint a high-calibre Head of Commercial and Contracts. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a proven work‐winner with an established client portfolio, exceptional commercial expertise, and a track record of delivering profitable projects.
iCOST provides expert commercial, cost, and project advisory services across Australia, working predominantly with Tier 1 builders on complex, high‐profile projects across infrastructure, energy, renewables, and broader commercial sectors. With a strong pipeline already in place, this role offers the chance to make an immediate impact while building and leading your own high‐performing team.
The Role
- Lead iCOST's commercial and contracts function, driving strategic growth and operational excellence.
- Leverage your established client portfolio to win profitable work.
- Oversee delivery of successful commercial outcomes on major projects across multiple sectors.
- Provide expert commercial leadership, including cost management, contract negotiation, and risk governance.
- Mentor and grow a talented team, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
The Person
- Proven work‐winner with an established client portfolio.
- Deep commercial and contractual expertise, recognised as a subject‐matter expert.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, from site teams to boardroom.
- Strategic thinker with the drive to grow a business unit and lead a high‐performing team.
- Experienced across infrastructure, energy, renewables, or commercial projects, with a respected industry profile.
The Offer
- Attractive base salary plus bonus/commission linked to profitable growth.
- Immediate access to a strong pipeline of major projects.
- Opportunity to join a growing consultancy with autonomy to shape its commercial and contracts capability.
- Exposure to landmark projects across multiple sectors, including infrastructure and renewables.
This role is a retained search managed exclusively by Redpath Partners. All third‐party CVs will be sent directly to Redpath.
Head of Commercial and Contracts in Sydney employer: Redpath Partners
Join a leading Tier 2 construction business in Melbourne, where you will play a pivotal role as a Design Manager in delivering major apartment and multi-residential projects. With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation, the company fosters a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and offers competitive salary packages. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced project leaders in a dynamic environment that values design management responsibility and effective communication.
