Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager / Specialist – Upstream Oil & Gas (Alaska)

Are you an experienced Commercial Manager ready to tackle complex upstream oil & gas projects in Alaska? We're looking for a strategic thinker with deep expertise in commercial risk management, contract negotiations, cost forecasting, and financial oversight. Your work will be critical to ensuring project profitability and compliance with industry standards.

📍 Location Requirement: Must currently reside in Alaska or have previous experience working in Alaska’s upstream O&G industry.

✅ What You’ll Need:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field required.
• Certifications: RICS, AACE, or CPCM certification preferred.
• Experience:10 years in commercial management, cost control, and contracts administration in the Oil & Gas sector.
• Extensive experience with EPC project contracts, procurement strategies, and cost estimation.
• Proven track record managing large capital projects (onshore and offshore).
• Familiarity with regulatory and tax compliance for major Oil & Gas markets.

💻 Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or similar cost control and financial systems.
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement strategies, and risk assessment tools.
• Ability to analyze financial models, cost trends, and project KPIs to drive sound decision-making.

📌 What You’ll Do:

Commercial & Contract Management:

• Develop and manage project contracting strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Negotiate and administer various contract types, including EPC, lump sum, cost-reimbursable, and unit rate contracts.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, manage claims, and resolve disputes.
• Collaborate with legal teams to mitigate commercial risks and liabilities.

Cost Control & Forecasting:

• Implement robust cost control procedures, track budgets, and forecast expenditures.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and financial reports for project leadership.
• Identify potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions to maintain profitability.
• Support procurement and supply chain teams during vendor pricing negotiations.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Assess commercial risks linked to contract terms, market conditions, and project execution.
• Ensure adherence to industry regulations, financial policies, and company standards.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to senior leadership on risk mitigation.

Stakeholder & Client Communication:

• Present commercial reports, cost forecasts, and contract strategies to stakeholders.
• Lead contract negotiations and coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and legal teams.
• Foster collaboration between commercial, legal, finance, and project execution teams.

If this sounds like a good fit, apply today!