SUMMARY: 

The Commercial Project Manager is the point of contact and representative for all commercial and contractual matters relating to the project internally and externally. He/she ensures the proper implementation of all commercial aspects of the project (from beginning sales proposal and quoting phases through completion of the project), maintains a commercial overview of the project, ensures a successful outcome of commercial negotiations, and coordinates critical 

subject matter of the contract with the functional departments (legal, accounting, tax etc.) and 

the Project Manager. 

Who we are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located. 

www.sms-group.us 

What you’ll do

· Monitoring the project from a contractual and commercial perspective. 

· Implementation of end-to-end contract management, financial management, project cost controlling, risk and claims management 

· Management and coordination of contractually compliant communication with the customer and all contractual partners 

· Ensuring the proper processing and implementation of the commercial contract contents 

· Maintaining project overview & ensuring commercial project success 

· Carrying out monthly project reporting 

· Preparation and coordination of consortium contracts and commercial management of consortiums including payment release, change management, claims management 

· Ensuring the accuracy of cost and pricing calculations 

· Managing the customer’s requirements (timely invoicing etc.) 

· Ensuring compliance with project management standards and all requirements of the applicable Project Management Guidelines of the SMS group.

What you’ll need:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or a similar field is preferred. An Associate Degree, in a business field, combined with a paralegal certification will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree.

*A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a role dealing with contract administration, as either a Commercial Project Manager, Contract Manager, or closely related position, is required.

· Thorough understanding of contract language and the ability to negotiate, interpret, and carry out contract terms is required.

· Knowledge of project controlling, accounting, finance and contract management is required.

· Strong financial analysis ability and experience is required.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, is required.

· Experience in international business is preferred.

· Experience with SAP is preferred.

· Strong ability to communicate and exercise effective interpersonal skills is necessary.

What we offer

Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!

What we do

SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.