Commercial Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead contract administration and financial oversight on water infrastructure projects in California. You will mentor project teams, review contracts, and ensure compliance with HDR policies while coordinating with Project/Program Managers on change orders and schedules.

Located in California, the role involves collaboration with schedulers, accountants, and engineers to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years' experience in Architecture/ Engineering, Design-Build, P3, project management, construction, project controls and/or staff leadership or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, business, law or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Architecture/ Engineering/ Construction industry contracting practices in the country(ies) the 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
• Experience in development of contracts, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling.
• Ability to work well in a high performing team structure in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive professional reputation as one who can deliver quality, cost effective projects.
• Must be committed to quality and improvement and promoting HDR's values.
• Ability to teach, lead, and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Implement procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with HDR policy.
• Lead Project Management related mentoring and training activities.
• Collaborate with Project/Program Managers to administer on-going contracts.
• Monitor contract documents and reviews for conformance.
• Manage and/or collaborate with a project team consisting of schedulers, project analysts, document control manager, project accountants and project / commercial management coordinators.
• Lead and/or support preparation of subcontracts for engineering, planning, and specialty services.
• Review proposals and contract documents with a focus on identifying and minimizing conflicts and ambiguities.
• Prepare correspondence and work with project coordinators and accountants to maintain records necessary to document the effective administration of contractual matters.
• Collaborate with Project/Program Managers to identify contractual implications of change orders and quality control conformance.
• Monitor schedule for submission of deliverables and other contractual deliverables and certifications.
• Lead and/or support development of weekly and monthly project progress/status reports.
• Track financial aspects of projects and work with Project/Program Managers to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to scope, budget, and schedule.
• Support WBG leadership and Project/Program Managers in a proactive and responsive manner.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Self-starter

Communication skills

People skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, business, law or equivalent

Tools

Project controls software

Project management software

Project estimating software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Step into a role where your impact is felt every day at HDR, a company driven by employee ownership, collaboration, and a shared commitment to making the world a better place. As a Commercial Manager, you won’t just keep projects running, you’ll be a trusted partner helping shape complex, high-impact water infrastructure projects that strengthen California’s water reliability, sustainability, and resilience for the communities that depend on them. This is an opportunity to bring your expertise, judgment, and initiative to an environment that values your voice, supports your growth, and empowers you to contribute to meaningful projects. You will support Project and Program Managers by providing guidance and assistance related to contract and financial management.

The Commercial Manager is responsible compliance with the terms and conditions of prime and subcontracts, assisting in negotiating the terms and conditions of contracts, and documenting and agreeing to changes or amendments that may arise during the implementation or execution or other project duties as delegated by the Project Manager. The Commercial Manager, working with the Project manager is responsible for staffing and commercial management implementation on the projects where additional commercial management support is needed. The Commercial Manager will provide guidance and assistance to Project Managers oncontract matters. The following job description describes the responsibilities of the Commercial Manger on projects on which they are assigned:

Implement procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with HDR policy.

Lead Project Management related mentoring and training activities.

Collaborate with Project/Program Managers to administer on-going contracts.

Monitor contract documents and reviews for conformance.

Manage and/or collaborate with a project team consisting of schedulers, project analysts, document control manager, project accountants and project / commercial management coordinators.

Lead and/or support preparation of subcontracts for engineering, planning, and specialty services.

Review proposals and contract documents with a focus on identifying and minimizing conflicts and ambiguities.

Prepare correspondence and work with project coordinators and accountants to maintain records necessary to document the effective administration of contractual matters.

Collaborate with Project/Program Managers to identify contractual implications of change orders and quality control conformance.

Monitor schedule for submission of deliverables and other contractual deliverables and certifications.

Lead and/or support development of weekly and monthly project progress/status reports.

Track financial aspects of projects and work with Project/Program Managers to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to scope, budget, and schedule.

Support WBG leadership and Project/Program Managers in a proactive and responsive manner.

Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with California State agencies (CA DWR, DGS, etc..)
• Contract and risk management experience
• Familiarity with Accounting Software
• PMP certification

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 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 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
• Experience in development of contracts, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling.
• Ability to work well in a high performing team structure in a fast-paced environment.
• 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.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great itemspossible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Other Locations

United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-California-Folsom

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Program Management

Job Posting

Jul 22, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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