Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager

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?

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.

Our Resources Business Group is looking to build a team local to the Chattanooga, TN market to support a mega project offering career growth opportunity. Aligned to our Power Generation market sector, this is a tremendous opportunity to directly collaborate and positively impact client relationships.

The Commercial Manager is responsible for 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 on contract matters. The following job description describes the responsibilities of the Commercial Manager on projects on which they are assigned :

Manages or collaborates with a project team consisting of schedulers, project analysts, document control manager, project accountants and project / commercial management coordinators. May perform these functions on smaller projects. Implements procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with company policy. Administers on-going contracts, including compliance with the contract documents for conformance such that the requirements of the contracts are implemented and maintained. Assists in drafting of subcontracts for architecture, engineering and specialty services. Administers current prime contract and flow down to subcontractors, task orders and modifications. Administers and oversees contract performance by monitoring compliance documents, schedules and deliverables and requirements. Reviews contract documents to minimize conflicts and ambiguities. Assists in administering the project risk register. Assists in contract awareness and change order training for key project staff. Prepares correspondence and maintains records necessary to document the effective administration of contractual matters. Makes amendments to contractual documents as required. Reviews warranties, bonds, insurances, guarantees, etc. are maintained and updated in accordance with the contract and are in compliance with the client's requirements. Assists Project Controls with respect to contractual implications of change orders, quality control. Assists in monitoring schedule for submission of deliverables and other contractual deliverables and certifications. Prepares weekly and monthly reports as required. Ability to work on multiple projects at one time. Other tasks as assigned.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the items listed below : Contract Management, Risk Management, Document Control, Dispute Resolution, Project Accounting, Scheduling.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Traditional and Alternative delivery / Design build experience
• Experience working with Contractors
• Experience in claims which may include claims defense, claim production, claim negotiation / resolution, and claim prevention
• Experience and / or working knowledge of negotiation of contracts for architecture / engineering projects

Required Qualifications :

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each others 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.

Primary Location : United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga

Industry : Power

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

BusinessClass : Project Controls

Job Posting : Oct 6, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.