Commercial Manager at Rotating Machinery Services Inc.

We are looking for a Commercial Manager to join our team. The Commercial Manager is responsible for managing commercial quotations and technical scopes for shop repairs from request for quote (RFQ) through project handoff. This position builds accurate bottom-up estimates, develops clear scopes of work and travelers, evaluates and levels vendor proposals, and ensures alignment with customer specifications and MEPCO standards. The Commercial Manager shall manage project risk and margin while promoting consistency and quality across proposals and work packages.

SKILLS REQURIED 

ORGANIZATIONAL - Leadership & Organization:

● Organize and prioritize NDT work to align with production and shipping schedules

● Maintain accurate and thorough NDT records, including RMS and third-party documentation ensuring traceability and compliance

● Exceptional attention to details.

● Display ownership and accountability for tasks and responsibilities.

● Adaptable to changing schedules.

INTERPERSONAL - Experience Required:

● Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

● Ability to work within a team.

TECHNOLOGY - Experience Preferred:

● Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required

● Knowledge and expererience with rotating equipment

PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

● Manage commercial aspects of rotating equipment projects involving various pump types, including vertical turbine, split case, BB3, BB5 API, and OH1/OH2 API models.

● Oversee compressor-related scopes, including Sundyne, oil-flooded screw, liquid ring, and centrifugal compressors, as well as the associated gearboxes.

● Develop detailed, itemized cost estimates, including labor (by discipline), materials, third-party services, tooling, freight, contingency, and targeted margin with risk-based adjustments.

● Apply working knowledge of industry standards including API 610, API 617, API 682, ISO balance grades, mechanical fits/ clearances, and standard NDT methods.

● Interpret and analyze engineering drawings to support reverse engineering efforts, including specifying tolerances, materials, coatings, and repair procedures.

● Evaluate and align supplier quotations for machining, coatings, casting/forging, seal repair, and testing services, with consideration for cost and lead time synchronization.

● Manage scope changes effectively by capturing, pricing, and obtaining approvals for modifications prior to execution, ensuring proper documentation and stakeholder alignment.

● Serve as a key technical and commercial liaison, communicating clearly with internal teams regarding scope clarifications, contractual terms, and scheduling expectations.

● Maintain disciplined documentation practices, including cost breakdowns, quote revisions, scope inclusions/exclusions, and commercial clarifications.

General:

● The above list of activities is not all-inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of the RMS Commercial Manager. This above list is subject to change based on the needs of the company.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

● Seven or more years in rotating equipment repair estimating or application engineering

REQUIRED EDUCATION

● High School Diploma or GED from accredited institution

● Post-secondary mechanical training or trade certification preferred

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

● The position may be based in RMS’s Houston, TX facility..

● This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required based on project needs.

● This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.

● Able to pass a pre=employment drug and alcohol test and background check

● Ability to act professionally under stressful situations.

● Able to understand, read, write and speak English.

● Ability to lift 30 pounds

● Authorized to work in the United States

● RMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees working on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k 
• Employee Incentive Programs
• Employee Reimbursement Programs

Come Join Rotating Machinery Services Inc. and watch your Career go TURBO! Visit www.rotatingmachinery.com to learn more about who we are and what we do.

ABOUT RMS:

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times.  RMS’ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.

RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.