Transportation Commercial Manager – Contracts & Risk

HDR, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead contract administration, risk management, and project accounting within our Transportation Business Group.

You will help administer subcontracts, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with client requirements across several projects, including design-build contexts. The role requires coordinating with schedulers, project accountants, and field teams, with up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Alternative delivery / design-build experience.
• Experience working with contractors on complex projects.
• Experience in claims production, defense, negotiation and prevention.
• Experience negotiating contracts for architecture/engineering projects.
• Preference for candidates residing in the Mid-Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) area.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with contract documents and company policy.
• Issue subcontracts and manage contract administration.
• Oversee change orders and contract change processes.
• Assist in claims resolution and risk management efforts.
• Support project controls with schedule and cost implications.
• Coordinate with project teams across multiple projects.
• Travel up to 50% as needed.

Skills

Alternative delivery

Experience with contractors

Claims experience

Contract negotiations

Mid-Atlantic residency preferred

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead contract administration, risk management, and project accounting within our Transportation Business Group.

You will help administer subcontracts, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with client requirements across several projects, including design-build contexts. The role requires coordinating with schedulers, project accountants, and field teams, with up to 50% travel.