AECOM

Commercial Manager

AECOM • $90K — $130K *
Baltimore, MD 21215In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • 8 years of experience in design management and contract administration, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial and contractual processes in large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex contracts and resolve disputes effectively.
  • Exceptional communication skills for articulating ideas and managing stakeholder relationships.
  • Experience in financial analysis, problem-solving, and risk forecasting.
  • Familiarity with invoice review, audit support, and grants management.

Responsibilities

  • Administer contract(s) to ensure compliance and performance.
  • Manage contract modifications, change orders, and resolution of claims.
  • Serve as primary interface for commercial and contractual challenges during design.
  • Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support dispute resolution processes and preparation for DRB.
  • Review invoices and deliverables for compliance with contract terms.
  • Coordinate with Procurement and COTR on official contract actions.

Benefits

  • Flexible work options including travel and remote work.
  • Opportunity for relocation assistance.
  • Professional development in managing large-scale infrastructure projects.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Commercial Manager to be based in our Baltimore, MD office to support the B&P Tunnel Replacement (BPTR) Program among other project opportunities available at AECOM.

AECOM is the delivery partner for Amtrak on the BPTR Program that will upgrade a ten-mile section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC), America's busiest passenger rail line. The delivery partner team is responsible for supporting Amtrak with overseeing the full breadth of the program. The scope of services includes program management, design oversight, construction oversight, commissioning oversight, program controls, and commercial and capacity building. The Program will also include delivery of new roadway and railroad bridges, new rail systems and track, and a new ADA-accessible West Baltimore MARC station.

The Commercial Manager will oversee the administration and performance of the contract (s). This role ensures effective contract management, compliance, and communication throughout the design phase and contract closeout. The position requires regular attendance at the Integrated Project Office (IPO) in Baltimore with flexibility for travel and remote work as appropriate. The Commercial Manager is responsible for overseeing design management processes while leveraging commercial and contractual expertise to address complex challenges. This role ensures effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, driving alignment between design objectives and business goals to deliver successful project outcome

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer contract(s) ensuring compliance and performance.
  • Manage contract modifications, change orders, and claims resolution.
  • Serve as primary interface for commercial and contractual challenges during design progression.
  • Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support dispute resolution and DRB processes.
  • Review invoices and deliverables for compliance with contract terms.
  • Coordinate closely with Procurement and COTR on official contract actions.
  • Maintain vital records for audits, grants management, and contract closeout.
  • Trend and manage E&O activities and commercial impacts on construction packages.
  • Prepare weekly performance updates for leadership.
  • Lead development and maintenance of project risk registers.
  • Support negotiations for contract change orders and variations.
  • Manage design issues impacting construction packages.


Qualifications

Minimum:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
  • 8 years of experience in design management and contract administration or related field or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • Proficiency and knowledge of commercial and contractual processes in large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Experience managing complex contracts and resolve disputes effectively.
  • Proficient in articulating ideas clearly, negotiate agreements, and manage stakeholder relationships.
  • Experience analyzing problems, forecast risks, and implement solutions.
  • Experience with invoice review, audit support, and grants management.

Preferred:
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Legal or advanced commercial experience.
  • 15 years of experience in design management and contract administration.
  • Rail industry experience.
  • Experience with alternate project delivery methods such as CMAR, design-build or P3 on major capital programs.
  • Experience with infrastructure design and construction program and contract management experience with working knowledge of construction contracts, technical specifications and engineering drawing interpretations.
  • Experience preparing and administering change orders, Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REAs), delay and impact claims.
  • Experience supporting mediation, arbitration, and dispute resolution.
  • Knowledgeable about federal competitive procurement processes and regulations.
  • Results focused and self-directed with the ability to manage multiple project team members, consultants, and contractors for specific initiatives.


Additional Information
  • Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
  • Relocation is an option for this position.
  • Adherence to BPTR program policies is mandatory.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
NASDAQ
ACM
* Ladders Estimates

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