APAC Commercial Director Energy Transition & Strategic Infrastructure Location: Singapore (Regional APAC Scope) Shape the Commercial Future of Energy Infrastructure A leading international energy transition platform is seeking an experienced commercial executive to lead the structuring, negotiation and governance of complex infrastructure and energy transactions across the Asia-Pacific region. This is a high-impact regional leadership role responsible for guiding major opportunities from early-stage qualification through commercial negotiation, contract execution and transition into project delivery. Working closely with executive leadership, technical teams, finance, legal and project stakeholders, you will play a critical role in driving growth, protecting profitability and ensuring successful execution across a portfolio of strategic projects. This opportunity is suited to commercially driven leaders who thrive in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and have a proven track record leading high-value transactions within the energy, infrastructure or industrial sectors. Key Responsibilities Commercial Leadership- Lead the commercial strategy and execution of major energy and infrastructure opportunities across APAC- Oversee the full transaction lifecycle from opportunity assessment through bid strategy, negotiation, contract execution and handover- Drive commercial governance, margin optimisation, risk management and cash performance across a portfolio of projectsStrategic Deal Structuring- Develop and implement commercial frameworks that maximise value while maintaining project bankability and execution certainty- Structure complex commercial arrangements covering pricing, payment mechanisms, risk allocation, warranties, guarantees and long-term service considerations- Support business growth through innovative commercial solutions and strategic positioningPortfolio Strategy & Prioritisation- Partner with regional leadership to evaluate and prioritise opportunities across multiple markets- Balance growth objectives with profitability, capital efficiency and risk management considerations- Support long-term market expansion through disciplined commercial decision-makingTendering & Contract Negotiation- Lead commercial review of major tenders, RFPs and customer procurement processes- Establish negotiation strategies, governance frameworks and approval pathways- Negotiate commercial agreements with customers, investors, consortium partners, lenders and advisorsCross-Functional Leadership- Lead multidisciplinary teams across commercial, engineering, finance, legal, supply chain and project delivery functions- Align stakeholders across multiple countries and cultures to ensure successful transaction outcomes- Drive executive-level engagement with internal and external stakeholdersCommercial Governance & Continuous Improvement- Ensure successful transition from contract award into project execution- Establish robust risk management and margin protection frameworks- Drive continuous improvement of commercial processes, governance standards and negotiation strategiesQualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Law or a related discipline MBA or advanced qualification preferred 10+ years of commercial leadership experience within energy, infrastructure, industrial or technology sectors Demonstrated experience leading complex transactions valued in excess of USD 100 million Strong commercial and financial acumen across pricing strategy, risk allocation, margin management, cash flow optimisation and project bankability Proven experience negotiating large-scale commercial and contractual arrangements Ability to engage and influence executive-level stakeholders, including C-suite leadership, investors and strategic partners Experience leading cross-functional and cross-cultural teams across APAC Strong analytical and strategic decision-making capabilities within fast-paced and high-pressure environments Fluent English communication skills required; additional Asian language capabilities advantageous Willingness to travel regionally as required Why Apply? This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the commercial outcomes of some of the region's most significant energy and infrastructure developments. You will work alongside senior leadership on complex, high-value transactions while influencing investment decisions, market expansion and long-term business growth across Asia-Pacific. Due to the confidential nature of this search, further details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.