Contract & Commercial Lead

Position Overview:

Protect the Clients commercial interests through programme-level contract administration commercial governance change management claims management and disciplined oversight of contractual obligations across all project packages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer programme-level contract and commercial management processes across all project packages ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and governance requirements.
• Maintain contract registers notice trackers correspondence protocols commercial action logs and contractual records for effective contract administration.
• Review and assess variation orders extension of time (EOT) requests claims submissions compensation events and payment-related matters for contractual completeness and consistency.
• Advise the Program Director on contractual entitlements commercial exposures risk allocation dispute avoidance strategies and resolution approaches.
• Coordinate with Planning teams to evaluate delay events schedule impacts critical path implications and entitlement substantiation.
• Coordinate with Quantity Surveying (QS) teams to validate measurements quantities valuation records and commercial evidence supporting contractual assessments.
• Monitor commercial risks unresolved contractual matters claims trends and potential disputes ensuring timely escalation and mitigation.
• Support negotiations with contractors consultants suppliers and stakeholders on commercial matters variations and contract amendments.
• Ensure compliance with contractual notice requirements change management procedures and governance approval processes.
• Review payment applications commercial forecasts cost impacts and contractual commitments to support informed decision-making.
• Prepare programme-level contractual briefings commercial assessments decision papers and recommendations for Client leadership.
• Maintain accurate records of contractual communications claims history commercial decisions and dispute resolution activities.

Principal Client-Facing Outputs

• Contract Compliance and Notice Management Tracker.
• Variation and Change Assessment Recommendations.
• Extension of Time (EOT) and Claims Evaluation Reports.
• Commercial Risk Register and Mitigation Report.
• Contractual Entitlement Assessment Papers.
• Executive Commercial Dashboard and Decision Register.
• Dispute Avoidance and Resolution Recommendations.
• Programme Commercial Status and Exposure Reports.

Qualifications :

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Quantity Surveying Construction Management Engineering Law Commercial Management or a related discipline.
• Masters Degree in Commercial Management Construction Law Business Administration or related field is preferred.
• Professional membership with RICS CIArb ICE AACE or equivalent professional body is desirable.

Additional Information :

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in contract administration commercial management claims management or project controls on major infrastructure energy or construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing EPC EPCM FIDIC NEC or equivalent forms of contract.
• Proven experience in variation management EOT assessments claims evaluation and contractual dispute avoidance.
• Strong understanding of commercial risk management cost control procurement and contract governance processes.
• Experience working on large-scale renewable energy power generation transmission infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Ability to interpret complex contractual provisions and provide strategic commercial advice to senior stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation stakeholder management analytical and commercial reporting skills.

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 . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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. 

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 . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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. 

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 . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time