About the job
Begin your journey with us and watch your career flourish.
AECOM’s commercial division plays a crucial role in connecting the operational needs of our business with essential corporate functions, including finance, legal, and risk management. As the Commercial Manager for the Water business, you will be instrumental in ensuring that our contracts align with corporate risk appetite and financial objectives, balancing AECOM's commercial interests with client expectations for sustainable growth.
In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with the Commercial Director and other business leaders, providing strategic insights that guide bidding decisions. You will ensure that our proposals and projects are financially sound and aligned with our business performance goals. Additionally, you will lead governance processes under our key frameworks and advocate for commercial best practices.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Building and nurturing relationships across the Water business, engaging with Commercial, Legal, Finance, Operations, and delivery teams.
- Mentoring and developing a Project Commercial Manager while driving improvements in commercial project delivery across the broader project management community and facilitating training as needed.
- Delivering well-informed, solution-focused risk and commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle to maximize the Water business's performance while balancing risks and rewards.
- Supporting business improvement initiatives within the commercial and operations teams.
- Creating and executing effective commercial strategies for bids, focusing on key financial metrics, and ensuring compliance with AECOM's commercial objectives.
- Overseeing governance compliance, supporting project teams with necessary approvals, and ensuring the resolution of governance actions, escalating to the Commercial Director when necessary.
- Coordinating with legal counsel on commercial matters, such as contracts and warranties, and serving as a reference point during negotiations of terms and conditions.
- Participating in project reviews, facilitating productive discussions with clients and suppliers, and ensuring the execution of action items.
- Assisting the Water Commercial Director with contract and commercial inquiries.
Join us and thrive.
Become part of our vibrant and expanding commercial team within the Water Business. Our company promotes a culture of trust and collaboration, comprising over 600 professionals throughout the UK and Ireland, including engineers and project managers. We undertake a diverse range of engaging projects, from small initiatives to large-scale endeavors, guiding them from conception to completion. Here, you will flourish in an inclusive, forward-thinking environment where your contributions are genuinely appreciated.

