Copy of Commercial Manager

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.

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.

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

Required 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

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.