Commercial Manager

Jacobs; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Commercial Manager based in New York, New York, to lead the development and implementation of the commercial strategy for various programs. Responsibilities include managing contracts, change orders, and fostering relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Candidates should have substantial commercial leadership experience, a relevant degree, and strong negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits, along with a hybrid working policy for flexibility.

Qualifications

• Experience managing change orders and invoicing.
• Ability to develop and implement commercial strategy.
• Experience with client and stakeholder interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing commercial strategy for program lifecycle.
• Lead the commercial team managing contracts and document control.
• Drive performance improvements through KPIs.

Skills

Commercial leadership experience with large infrastructure programs

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong commercial business acumen

Excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Management

Tools

Contract management tools

Reporting and financial systems

Job description

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.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re seeking a Commercial Manager based in New York, New York who will assist in 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. The Commercial Manager will interface with and support other key functions, for example, Safety and Environmental, Design and Engineering, Project Controls and Delivery.

Reporting to the Program Director, the Commercial Manager leads the commercial team responsible for managing change orders, invoicing, contract correspondence, and document control activities across the program. This role works closely with functional leads to ensure commercial processes support project objectives and delivery requirements while serving as the primary commercial liaison with the client and other key stakeholders. The position is responsible for maintaining strong commercial governance, fostering collaborative relationships, and driving performance improvements through the development, monitoring, and ongoing refinement of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that optimize vendor performance and contribute to overall project success.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Substantial commercial leadership experience with large infrastructure programs
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a Business Management related field
• Experience of contract management tools, reporting and financial systems
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact at all levels within the organizations of the Client, supply chain and other stakeholders
• Strong commercial business acumen
• 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
• Develop and implement commercial strategy

Ideally, you’ll also have

• MTA/NYCT experience preferred

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 $175,000.00 to $250,000.00. 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.

Job posted on June 30, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.