Market
Life Science
Commercial Manager
Dublin
Skills:
Engineering
Recruitment
Construction
Manufacturing
Procurement
Validation
Pharmaceutical
Stakeholder Management
Negotiation
Life Sciences
Description
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Commercial Manager to support the delivery of medium scale capital projects, primarily within the Life Sciences sector (Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical). The role may also extend across additional sectors including semiconductor and data centre developments. This position encompasses full lifecycle commercial management, from pre-contract strategy through to post-contract delivery and close-out. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capability, commercial acumen, and the ability to operate both independently and as part of a high-performing team. The role reports directly to the Director of Project Supply Management.
Key Responsibilities – Pre-Contract
- Support the preparation and validation of capital cost estimates and project budgets.
- Contribute to the development of procurement strategies, tendering procedures, and contract frameworks.
- Advise project stakeholders on optimal commercial approaches and risk mitigation strategies.
Key Responsibilities – Tendering Phase
- Provide expert guidance on tendering procedures and best practices.
- Prepare and issue instructions to tenderers.
- Develop robust tender evaluation criteria aligned with project requirements.
- Draft and manage Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs).
- Respond to and manage clarifications and queries during the tender period.
- Lead the commercial evaluation of tender submissions.
- Conduct negotiations with tenderers to achieve best value outcomes.
Key Responsibilities – Post-Contract
- Lead and manage the commercial function across assigned projects.
- Prepare and/or review interim valuations and payment applications.
- Produce accurate and timely monthly cost reports and forecasts.
- Chair and participate in client and contractor commercial meetings.
- Negotiate and agree variations and change orders.
- Review, assess, and manage contractual claims.
- Lead the agreement of final accounts and project close-out activities.
Here's what you'll need
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience within the construction or engineering industry.
- Proven experience delivering projects within the Life Sciences sector is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of trade packages and contract management.
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and develop commercial teams.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and drive project performance.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet demanding deadlines.
- Highly motivated, flexible, and committed to continuous professional development.
- Willingness to be site and office-based in Dublin or Cork a minimum of three days per week.
Key Competencies
- Leadership and team management
- Commercial and financial acumen
- Negotiation and influencing skills
- Communication and stakeholder management
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Attention to detail and accuracy
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Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.
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As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
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Locations
| City | State | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Cork | Co. Cork | Ireland |
| Dublin | Dublin | Ireland |
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