VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA · 10 hours ago
Commercial Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expVINCI Construction Grands Projets USA is a subsidiary of VINCI Construction Grands Projets that specializes in general contracting and construction services for large infrastructure projects. The Commercial Manager: Systems will provide contractual, commercial, and risk management leadership for the Systems Package of the Red Line Extension project, ensuring alignment and coherence across all Systems subcontracts.
Construction
Hiring Manager
Rosaura Powell
Responsibilities
Administer, monitor, and enforce the commercial and contractual requirements of all Systems subcontracts (traction power, third rail, signaling, telecommunications, SCADA, track systems, etc.)
Manage notices, variations, claims, and extensions of time (EOT) in accordance with WVTCP Commercial Governance Procedure
Identify, quantify, and mitigate commercial and legal risks specific to system integration and interface activities
Maintain complete and traceable correspondence registers and risk logs
Support the Lead Systems and Systems Engineering team in assessing commercial impacts of design changes, FAT/SAT results, and testing sequences
Coordinate with Project Controls to align valuation, schedule impact, and cost exposure
Prepare or review justifications for PCOs and Change Orders before submission to the Project Commercial Manager
Draft and issue subcontract correspondence and notices to protect WVTCP contractual entitlements
Review and validate subcontractor invoices, progress claims, and supporting documentation prior to approval
Manage the settlement and close-out of Systems subcontracts in compliance with JV procedures
Report commercial status, variations, and risks within the Systems scope to both the Systems Manager and Project Commercial Manager
Ensure alignment with JV templates, numbering systems, and approval workflows for PCOs, COs, and Claims
Support corporate reporting (monthly dashboards, risk reviews, cost-to-complete updates)
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in Engineering, Law, or Construction Management
10-15 years of experience in commercial management or contract administration of major rail, metro, or infrastructure Design & Build projects
Demonstrated expertise in railway or transit systems: traction power, signaling, telecommunications, SCADA, trackwork, or equivalent
Strong working knowledge of system integration, testing, and commissioning processes and their contractual implications
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with Design-Build or Joint Venture projects exceeding USD 200M
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and technical-commercial report writing skills
Familiarity with CMiC, Primavera, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) or equivalent tools
Fluency in English (written and oral); French or Spanish an asset
Valid Driver's License
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
10 Paid Holidays
Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter Benefits Program
Parental Leave
Term Life & AD&D Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Professional Development & Training
Health and Wellness Spending Account
Company
VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA
VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA is a subsidiary of VINCI Construction Grands Projets, located in Alexandria, Virginia, USA.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase