Commercial Manager

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Commercial Manager to join our dynamic team in Doha, Qatar. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a strategic bridge between operational requirements and key corporate functions, ensuring that our commercial initiatives are robust, transparent, and aligned with organizational goals. If you're an analytical thinker with strong business acumen and a passion for driving commercial excellence, we'd love to hear from you!

As a Commercial Manager, you will work collaboratively with senior leadership, project teams, and cross-functional departments to deliver commercial support throughout the project lifecycle. Your expertise in risk management, contract administration, and financial forecasting will be instrumental in ensuring our projects remain commercially focused and financially healthy from inception through completion.

• Provide strategic commercial and risk advice during all phases of the project lifecycle to assess performance and support project, business unit, and organizational leadership
• Develop and deliver effective financial reporting, forecasting, and commercial performance analysis for assigned projects and portfolios
• Manage change control processes with a keen focus on commercial implications; identify, assess, and capitalize on commercial risks and opportunities
• Ensure all commercial activities comply with internal company standards and external regulatory requirements
• Apply contractual mechanisms, prepare change quotations, and lead negotiations to successful agreement with clients and stakeholders
• Participate in regular progress meetings, change control forums, and client engagements to maintain transparency and alignment
• Contribute to risk registers and support the assessment of risk allowances in financial reporting and forecasting
• Collaborate with discipline leads and project teams to identify, document, and assess scope changes and their commercial impact
• Manage earned value management processes, cost reconciliation, and estimate-at-completion (EAC) reporting
• Oversee supply chain contracts, vendor management, payment applications, and invoice processing
• Develop and implement commercial strategies that enhance profitability while maintaining strong client relationships
• Mentor and support team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, engineering, or a related discipline
• Professional certification in accountancy, surveying, or law (such as ACCA, ACMA, CPA, MRICS, or equivalent) is highly advantageous
• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in commercial, financial, or legal roles within a corporate or project-based environment
• Proven experience managing commercial aspects of large-value projects with contract values exceeding $1 million
• Strong understanding of risk management procedures and best practices
• Demonstrated commercial acumen with excellent business analysis, financial interpretation, and budget forecasting skills
• Knowledge of commercial and contract law, with experience in various contract forms (NEC, JCT, FIDIC, or similar)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to collaborate across departments, build relationships, and influence at all organizational levels
• Strong vendor and supplier management capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with resilience, flexibility, and adaptability in dynamic environments
• Proficiency with project management software, earned value management tools, and financial reporting systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.