Job DescriptionAECOM 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/Contracts Manager will oversee the administration and performance of the Design Joint Venture (DJV) 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). The ideal candidate will have strong design management experience combined with commercial and contractual expertise to manage complex issues and facilitate collaboration across teams.
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
- Other duties as assigned
QualificationsRequired Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related +2 yrs of leadership or demonstrated equivalency
- 10 years of experience in design management and contract administration
- Knowledge of commercial and contractual processes in large-scale infrastructure projects
- Proven ability to manage complex contracts and resolve disputes effectively
- Ability to analyze problems, forecast risks, and implement solutions
- Experience with invoice review, audit support, and grants management
Preferred Qualifications- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Legal or advanced commercial background
- Rail industry experience
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience with alternate project delivery methods such as CMAR, design-build or P3 on major capital programs.
- Strong 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
- Highly knowledgeable about federal competitive procurement processes and regulations.
- Highly motivated and self-directed with the ability to manage multiple project team members, consultants, and contractors for specific initiatives
Additional Information- Adherence to BPTR program policies is mandatory
- We are interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship may be available for current visa holders in the United States
- Relocation is an option for this position
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