Senior Commercial Manager

Description

• Lead procurement planning, supplier negotiations, and vendor performance management
• Oversee the preparation, negotiation, and administration of construction contracts, including commercial terms, change control, and risk allocation
• Prepare, review, and manage RFPs, tender documents, bid evaluations, and contractor/supplier negotiations
• Manage variations, assess cost and schedule impacts, negotiate outcomes, and maintain accurate budget updates
• Ensure timely valuation of completed work and management of final accounts
• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs, cost analyses, benchmarking, and unit-rate reviews to support commercial recommendations
• Conduct financial and commercial reviews, track expenditures, and produce high-quality reporting for clients and leadership
• Develop, validate, and manage detailed project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans aligned with client and project objectives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to support successful project outcomes
• Work closely with Project Managers to support financial planning, contract interpretation, and commercial decisions
• Operate independently with sound commercial judgment while supporting and mentoring project teams
• Apply a deep understanding of construction methods, materials, sequencing, and field execution, specifically within semiconductor or other high-tech environments
• Lead the commercial strategy across the full project lifecycle, with a strong focus on post-contract execution, cost control, and commercial performance
• Review and verify pay applications, progress billings, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field with a minimum of 12 years of experience in quantity surveying. Professional certification or working towards a certification is a plus (RICS, AACE).

Currie & Brown is seeking a highly experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join our team in San Diego, CA. This role will provide strategic commercial leadership across large-scale construction programs, with a strong focus on post-contract management, procurement oversight, financial governance, and commercial risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, collaborate closely with project managers and client teams, and bring a deep understanding of complex construction delivery, particularly within semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or other mission-critical environments.

• Strong knowledge of contract types and procurement strategies
• Proficiency in cost management and financial analysis tools
• High attention to detail and commitment to commercial accuracy
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proven experience in commercial management, cost management, or quantity surveying within large-scale construction programs
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to assess cost, risk, and commercial exposure
• Ability to oversee multiple projects concurrently and manage competing priorities
• Strong organizational and leadership capabilities
• Extensive understanding of construction methods, materials, and MEP systems
• Ability to interpret architectural, engineering, and technical documentation

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance