Senior Commercial Manager
- Atlanta
Why join us?
It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive. We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis!
We are hiring a Senior Commercial Manager who will join the project management team in Atlanta, GA!
Responsible for all dimensions of contract administration, including negotiation, correspondence, documentation, certification, financial reporting and product delivery for major contracts. As necessary, assists project/program managers with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), State law and regulation interpretation and interfaces with clients' contracting officer or specialist on contractual issues. Supervises Contracts Group to provide lifecycle federal and state contracts and subcontracts administration and compliance support services across the enterprise.
About Us
AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.
How will you contribute to the team?
- Hires, trains and supervises Contracts Group, including contract and subcontract administrators and contract compliance personnel.
- Assists with negotiating contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations.
- Coordinates approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff.
- Provides advice on and interpretation of contract requirements.
- Reviews solicitation requests to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
- Assists in preparation and reviews cost proposals including pricing and scheduling details, coordination of requirements and cost proposal risk assessment.
- Prepares consulting agreements.
- Modifies contract schedules and participates in vendor agreement negotiations when required.
- Ensures timely processing of technical reports and deliverables.
- Coordinates with program managers to ensure contract requirements are fulfilled.
- Assists in the development of internal contract and subcontract administration policy.
- Provides supervision, guidance and work leadership to less-experienced contracts/subcontracts administrators and managers.
- Maintains current knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices.
- Participates in special projects.
- Supervises and ensures small business compliance program for federal, state and local government contracts.
- Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary
- Performs work that involves applying acquired and diversified knowledge and experience in contracts administration and the coordination of related activities
- Exercises independent judgment in the analysis of contracts and reports to determine
contract requirements and compliance needs. Receives direction on assignment objectives,
complex administrative problems and possible solutions
- Directly supervises Contracts/Subcontracts professionals.
- Interfaces with project team members as well as Legal and Finance professionals and administrative staff.
- Frequently contacts client representatives, contractors and regulatory agency personnel to coordinate flow of records
What will you contribute?
- 10 to 15 years of experience managing large industrial manufacturing construction projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, plus a minimum of ten years relevant experience, five of which must be related to FAR procurement or Federal contract administration OR Master's degree in Business Administration or related field, plus a minimum of eight years relevant experience, five of which must be related to FAR procurement or Federal contract administration
- Must demonstrate knowledge and working familiarity with the FAR and State law and regulation. Experience with multiple contract types, performance-based contracting and GSA is required.
- Good analytical and organizational skills. Ability to perform mathematical calculations, to understand contract plans and specifications, organize information, and effectively utilize PC and applicable software.
- Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Contracts Management credentials from NCMA
- Ability to process paper/electronic documents, operate computer keyboard and master web-based workflows.
- Ability to plan and prioritize tasks; review contract and subcontract documents, project plans and progress reports; and prepare performance and compliance metrics and reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work under the pressure of deadlines.
- Korean speaker is preferred.
What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:
AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work. Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life.
We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage for domestic partners and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:
• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedules
• Group Insurance
• Two Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
• An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals.
• A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college
If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability.
Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here:
https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement
AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.
By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.
Expected compensation range is between $130,000 - $150,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.
Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:
In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies
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