Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Infrastructure division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways/freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

About the Role

Graham has an opportunity for a permanent full-time Commercial Manager, initially supporting our 85th Street project, under the US infrastructure group. The position is based in Bellevue WA and reports to the Operations Director. As a member of Graham’s commercial community of practice, this individual will work closely with the Commercial Director, US

As a Commercial Manager at Graham, you will:

• Evaluate and report on commercial matters related to project pursuits
• Engage with in-house and external legal resources
• Provide advice to bid teams regarding commercial risk management strategies, including risk mitigation and pricing options
• Work closely with the bid team, senior Graham management and legal resources to understand prime contract rights and obligations and develop appropriate negotiation strategies to maximize opportunity and minimize risk to Graham
• Negotiate Prime Contract terms and conditions with Owner representatives
• Develop and negotiate ancillary contract documents including but not limited to NDA’s, MOU’s, teaming agreements, subcontracts and joint venture agreements with partners, subcontracts, consultants, and suppliers
• Manage Subcontractor Administration, confirming all preparations and processes are strictly adhere to
• Oversee design process, working with client and internal stakeholders to ensure expectations are met
• Establish a commercial management plan for the on-site monitoring and reporting on commercial matters
• Work with the Owner’s commercial resources to identify commercial issues early and structure timely and acceptable resolutions
• Oversee compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, statutes, and contractual requirements
• Advise the project management team on the contractual significance of proposed actions
• Act as the subject matter expert on contracts documents and engaging with legal resources as required to ensure Graham is fully aware of its rights, obligations, risks, and opportunities
• Review and negotiate any changes to contract documents in accordance with commercial best practices and Graham’s authority matrix
• Prepare review all contractually significant communications and notices
• Manage all project records, communications, and documentation in accordance with contractual requirements and commercial best practices
• Provide advice on all commercial issues to minimize disputes and claims and ensure that Graham is well positioned if a formal dispute arises
• Provide direct support for all mediation, arbitration, and litigation
• Ensure that all projects are commercially closed, and all contractual documents is collected and archive in accordance with legal, accounting, and contractual requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business, or equivalent experience in related field and 8-10 years of experience in direct contract management
• Advanced knowledge of commercial construction contract administration and the principles of purchasing, finance, and estimating
• Preferred experience with WSDOT
• Thorough understanding of contract law and detailed experience working with various contract types and forms
• Experience working within a P3 / Design-Build environment or EPCM environment
• Ability to effectively influence and negotiate
• Ability to draft and interpret legal language

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: 160k-170k
• Opportunity for ownership and increased income through dividends and share equity increases
• Sharing of annual profits paid out in bonuses
• Excellent Health & Dental benefits plan, Life insurance, AD&D. LTD and Flex Plan
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching upon eligibility
• 12 paid holidays a year
• 3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience
• Professional and career development opportunities

What we can offer you:

• Strong commitment to safety in the workplace
• Grounded and family-oriented workplace in a progressive environment that is at the forefront of a fast-evolving business sector
• Commitment to the training and wealth of opportunities for career development across job categories, project types and locations around North America

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

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