Risk & Contract Manager

Overview

The Transportation Division is currently seeking a Risk and Contract Manager for a project located in Chicago, IL. The Commercial Manager will participate with ownership and management in strategic business development and client relationships on a large public transit project. He/she will provide strategic guidance on commercial/financial risks and opportunities for the Project, manage day‑to‑day project commercial issues, finances and/or contracts, and support the Project Leader by understanding contracts, drafting key project correspondence, and focusing on protecting the company/project long‑term interests.

The role also involves providing feedback to ownership and management regarding avoidance of pitfalls and lessons learned, and developing strategies to reduce risk in procurement and project execution.

• Provide strategic consultation to avoid claims, company exposure, and develop positions to maximize recovery.
• Understand and underwrite risk during project execution.
• Gain knowledge and understanding of project finances and accounting and provide strategic guidance to reduce risks and maximize opportunities.
• Master understanding of owner contract and sub/vendor agreements to keep the Project in compliance with contractual provisions and industry standards.
• Suggest improvements to commercial and operational procedures as needed.
• Provide management of project controls to ensure all corporate/project processes and procedures are implemented.
• Support the project team as needed and buttress the company’s contractual position.
• Challenge the status quo and seek continuous improvement.

• Bachelor or Juris Doctorate degree.
• Minimum 6 years’ industry experience for a Bachelor’s degree; minimum 4 years’ industry experience for a Juris Doctorate degree.
• Leadership skills and the ability to be creative in finding solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet all project deadlines.
• Team player and flexible/desire to take on numerous tasks.
• Assignment may require being located at the project site office full time, with possible out‑of‑town travel.

$125,000 – $160,000

The Walsh Group, Ltd. is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 312‑563‑5905 or  to request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application. The Walsh Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran.