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HDR · 18 hours ago

Senior Commercial Manager

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $179K/yr

10+ years exp

HDR is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where employees are empowered to contribute their ideas. The Senior Commercial Manager will work closely with the management team to ensure compliance with contract terms, assist in negotiations, and oversee commercial management on assigned projects, while also mentoring other Commercial Managers.

ArchitectureConsulting

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Trains and mentors other Commercial Managers

Leads other commercial managers

Manages a portfolio of projects and manages Commercial Managers on those projects

Implements company processes for commercial management and adjusts processes for specific project needs

Manages or collaborates with a project team consisting of schedulers, project analysts, document control manager, project accountants and project / commercial management coordinators. May perform these functions on smaller projects

Implements procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with company policy

Administers on-going contracts, including compliance with the contract documents for conformance such that the requirements of the contracts are implemented and maintained

Assists in drafting of subcontracts for architecture, engineering and specialty services. Administers current prime contract and flow down to subcontractors, task orders and modifications. Administer and oversee contract performance by monitoring compliance documents, schedules and deliverables and requirements

Reviews contract documents to minimize conflicts and ambiguities

Assists in administering the project risk register

Assists in contract awareness and change order training for key project staff

Prepares correspondence and maintains records necessary to document the effective administration of contractual matters

Makes amendments to contractual documents as required

Reviews warranties, bonds, insurances, guarantees, etc. are maintained and updated in accordance with the contract and are in compliance with the client's requirements

Assists Project Controls with respect to contractual implications of change orders, quality control

Assists in monitoring schedule for submission of deliverables and other contractual deliverables and certifications

Understands intricacies of major project delivery types and associated contracts

Trains others in relation to commercial risks

Prepares weekly and monthly reports as required

50% travel may be required depending on the needs of the projects

Collaborates with other business group Commercial Managers as requested to implement enterprise-wide alignment and delivery of commercial management services

Monitoring Compliance

Issuing Subcontracts

Change Management Negotiation and Processing Contract Change Orders

Implementation of change management procedures and driving procedures throughout project lifecycle

Development of project specific processes

Assistance in claims resolution

Contract Close-Out

Developing and Monitoring Risk Register and Attend Status Meetings

Identify Potential Risks

Develop mitigation plans with the project team

Participate in Monthly Project Reviews

Verify Compliance

Develop procedures in accordance with contractual requirements

Onboard Team Members

Lead project process preparation

Monitor and Report on any Claims

Develop Back Charges/Impacts for Firm Fixed Fee Consultants or Subcontractor Infractions

Assist in claim quantification/development

Coordinate with Legal Team on Discovery and Negotiations

Review and Comment on Cost Model/Estimate Logic

Support Internal and External Invoicing

Update Chargeable Cost Exhibit

Identify Gaps Between Actual Cost and Projections and Reconcile with PM

Collaborate the Project Controls Manager on Schedule Issues/Impacts

Attend Weekly Schedule meetings and Identify Design Team Risks

Review Schedule Adjustments for Change Orders

Qualification

Contract ManagementRisk ManagementProject AccountingDispute ResolutionPrimavera P6Change ManagementProject ManagementNegotiation SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationSelf-starter

Required

A minimum of 10 years' experience in Architecture/ Engineering, Design-Build, P3, project management, construction, project controls and/or staff leadership or equivalent

A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, business, law or equivalent

Working knowledge of Architecture/ Engineering/ Construction industry contracting practices in the country(ies) the Senior Commercial Manager works in, applicable government and commercial regulations and practices, policies, procedures and work practices

Working knowledge of project controls, project management, and project estimating software tools such as: Primavera 6 (P6), e-Builder, Quick Base or Primavera Unifier

Experience in development of fee estimates, drafting contracts, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling

Experience in claims which may include claims defense, claim production, claim negotiation/resolution, and claim prevention

Ability to work well in a high performing team structure in a fast-paced environment

Experience and/or working knowledge of negotiation of contracts for architecture/engineering projects

A positive professional reputation as one who can deliver quality, cost effective projects

Self-starter; good communication and people skills

Must be committed to quality and improvement and promoting HDR's values

Ability to teach, lead, and mentor others