Project Manager Commercial

SMS group Inc•Pittsburgh, PA

50d

About The Position

The Project Management Commercial develops and directs Commercial Project Management operations and strategic planning to meet organizational goals. He/she promotes the economic success of our projects by concentrating on the monetary and contractual aspects of project management, risk and claim management as well as project controlling. Who we are: At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located. www.sms-group.us

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or a similar field is preferred
A minimum of five (5) years of related work experience in a contract management position, as either a Commercial Project Manager, Contract Manager, or closely related position, is required
Thorough understanding of contract language and the ability to negotiate, interpret, and carry out contract terms is required
Knowledge of project controlling, accounting, finance and contract management is required
Strong financial analysis ability and experience is required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, is required
Creative problem solver with a strong drive for project success
Strong ability to communicate and exercise effective interpersonal skills is necessary

Nice To Haves

Experience in international business is preferred
Experience with SAP is preferred

Responsibilities

Continuous development and improvement of the Commercial Project Management standards, processes and tools within the SMS group in alignment with the business process management
Monitoring the projects from a contractual and commercial perspective
Management and coordination of contractually compliant communication with the customer and all contractual partners
Implementation of the global standard for Commercial Project Management within the SMS group
Maintaining project overviews & ensuring commercial project success
Monitoring monthly project reporting
Assisting with coordination of consortium contracts and commercial management of consortiums including payment release, change management, claims management
Ensuring the accuracy of cost and pricing calculations
Ensuring compliance with project management standards and all requirements of the applicable Project Management Guidelines of the SMS group