What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Project Manager (CPM) position at Siemens Energy?
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About the Team
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Siemens Energy is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Project Manager to join the GS NA Controls & Digitalization team in Alpharetta, GA.
In this role, the Commercial Project Manager (CPM) will oversee all commercial and financial aspects of assigned customer contracts (“Projects”) from project turnover through closeout. The CPM will work closely with the local Project Manager and cross-functional project teams to deliver clear, accurate, and timely commercial insights, including cost management, revenue recognition, and cash flow analysis throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities include sales controlling, performance measurement, planning, forecasting and reporting, and month-end financial activities, ensuring strong governance and full commercial transparency.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Serve as the primary commercial interface with Project Management, ensuring accurate project setup (including WBS), financial performance planning, and compliance with US-GAAP/IFRS, Sarbanes-Oxley, export controls, and internal guidelines.
- Manage projects end-to-end — from order acceptance, cost tracking, forecasting, invoicing, revenue recognition, and cash flow management — while maintaining data integrity across SAP and reporting tools.
- Lead financial planning, forecasting, reconciliation, deviation analysis, and risk/opportunity assessments to prevent margin erosion and drive performance improvements through initiatives like claim management and optimized costing.
- Support Project Managers with change order management, contractual requirements, and alignment of supplier/subcontractor terms; collaborate with Procurement to ensure competitive pricing and adherence to project guidelines.
- Evaluate international business models, considering tax and export implications (withholding tax, VAT, import fees), and coordinate performance guarantees, insurance requirements, and other commercial obligations.
- Demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach in fast-paced environments; present findings effectively to all levels while applying solid Accounting and Controlling expertise (revenue recognition, loss calculations, etc.).
What You Bring
- BS/BA in related discipline or advanced degree
- 1-5 years of successful experience in related field
- Proficient in SAP (including Billing and Project modules) with advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience creating automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
- Works well both independently and in team environments, demonstrating reliability, collaboration, and adaptability.
- Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
About the Team
Gas Services
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Rewards
- Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave
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