Construction Commercial Contracts Manager (Data Centers) in Lincolnshire

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.

We’re seeking a highly motivated Commercial Contracts Manager to join our Data Center EPCM Construction teams. The Commercial Contracts Manager will assist in the commercial function including the development and implementation of the commercial strategy for the program lifecycle including procurement, commercial and contract management, schedule management, supply chain management, cost verification, assurance, compliance and ultimately commercial close out. You'll interface with and support the other key functions, for example, Safety and Environmental, Design and Engineering, Project Controls and Delivery.

In addition, you'll support the Commercial Management Lead in identifying risks associated with new work during the pursuit phase, managing and tracking the Enterprise Risk approval conditions, maintaining the Watch List for elevated and high-risk scope items, and mitigating known contractual risks with emphasis on conditions that are measured by KPIs and/or trigger liquidated damages. You'll monitor the existing EPCM portfolio to track compliance with all risk management policies, including project execution plans, updated risk registers, correct risk categories, etc. while working with the regional Directors of Risk Management to coordinate compliance with all risk conditions and Project Delivery and Quality requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Participate with the sales team in reviewing the commercial terms of the project.
• Actively engage with the sales team in the review of the terms and conditions of Subcontractor Teaming Agreements and Prime Agreements with the Owners.
• Develop and implement contract management procedures and administration in compliance with company policy and contract requirements.
• Conduct contract handovers and change order training for key project staff.
• Review contract documents to minimize conflicts and ambiguities.
• Eliminate grey area in scope.
• Assist in review of subcontracts for construction, design, and engineering services.
• Administer current prime contracts and flow downs to subcontractors, task orders and modifications.
• Administer and oversee subcontract performance by monitoring compliance documents, schedules, HSE and other subcontract deliverables.
• Work closely with Change Manager to validate potential change orders for merit.
• Engage resources as needed to verify labor hours, costs and schedule are accurate.
• Support the preparation of change orders and assist the contracts administrator as needed.
• Assist or lead change negotiations with Project Director, Legal and broader Commercial Management Team.
• Support in preparation and contribute to the Project Change Order Log.
• Monitor schedule for submission of deliverables and other contractual notices and certifications.
• Prepare correspondence and maintain records necessary to ensure the effective administration of all contractual matters.
• Where needed, assist Accounts Payable with resolving invoice and payment application issues with client, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist the Project Manager and the Procurement Manager in subcontract and supplier close-out procedures to ensure that all deliverables of subcontracts have been complied with prior to final payment to subcontractor.
• Review project correspondence to ensure the firm’s rights are protected and that it is consistent with the terms of the prime contract.
• Assist in developing contract summaries and inputting contract information into the firm’s Contract Database and updating throughout the project.
• Participate in functional management team reviews.
• Ensure compliance with management of vital records and relevant correspondence to support reporting, contract audit, claims and litigations, and contract close out.
• Provide pre-claim and claim support and resources to project teams to prepare and negotiate requests for equitable adjustment or claims as required.
• Follow the disputes process as defined by the prime to track and administer throughout the project, while working with Legal.

Skills And Competencies

• Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to interact at all levels within the organizations of the Client, Construction teams, supply chain and other stakeholders.
• Excellent written abilities, as Contracts Manager will need to issue letters and document key developments to internal and external stakeholders regarding scope, cost and schedule.
• Strong commercial business acumen.
• Experience on Construction Mega Projects a MUST.
• Strong knowledge of contract management.
• Excellent communication, relationship management and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership, people and team management skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven and demonstrable ability in formulating and delivering strategic goals.
• As part of the commercial management team, develop and implement commercial strategy.
• Develop incentive plans potentially through alliancing and partnering with the supply chain and stakeholders.
• Procure and implement web-based contract management/administration tools.
• Provide assurance and compliance of subcontractors as they deliver their respective scopes.

Here’s what you'll need

• A degree in Law, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Cost Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated commercial management and risk management experience in alternative delivery (Design-Build, EPCM, Progressive Design-Build, etc).
• Demonstrated experience in commercial and contracts management with a major engineering firm, contractor, or law firm in the areas of engineering and construction contracts.
• Ability to concisely explain and present complex contractual issues to Geographic and Regional Leadership along with proposed solutions.
• Commercial awareness coupled with a strategic mindset.
• Ability to collaborate with and coordinate diverse teams.
• Understanding of, or demonstrated proficiency in, document management systems, cost accounting systems, cost estimating, and project schedules.
• Must be able to operate under a degree of autonomy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world’s most challenging and fast-paced builds. Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $111,000.00 to $152,700.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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