Large infrastructure contractor seeking experienced Commercial Manager with 10+ years of experience in construction phase of a large rail infrastructure project ($100m+) in Edmonton, AB. Salary $160,000 – $220,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.
The Commercial Manager is responsible for the commercial aspects of the Project. The Commercial Manager will manage Design Build Contract administration, changes and payment claims; subcontracts administration, changes and claims; all procurement, expediting and goods receipt; commercial reporting and cost control.
Responsibilities of the Commercial Manager: Management and Supervision of the project’s contractual and commercial team;
Provision of commercial and contractual advice to the project leadership team;
Development and implementation of the Procurement Management Plan and commercial and contractual management policies, procedures and systems;
The Commercial Manager will undertake risk identification and mitigation of commercial risks;
Provide training and development of commercial staff;
Manage subcontract procurement, administration, changes and claims;
Commercial management of the design consultants;
Control commercial costs and provide commercial reports;
Assist the Project Manager develop the quality, health & safety and environmental objectives for the Project; and promote achievement of these objectives throughout the full project team;
Ensure compliance with Federal, Provincial, and local laws, particularly applicable Occupational Health & Safety Acts/Construction Safety Act regulations and environmental requirements.
Essential Functions of Commercial Manager The Commercial Manager will develop and maintain a good understanding of the contractual, commercial and financial issues on the project;




Provide direction, leadership and advise on commercial strategy for successful project execution;
Prepare, maintain and provide access to all the Project’s commercial documentation;
Provide a high level of quality assurance and review on all commercial matters relating to the project; and,
Ensure the subcontractors and suppliers have access to the correct design specifications and drawings, and conduct reviews of work to ensure compliance to the correct commercial documentation, specifications and drawings;
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of Commercial Manager Currently operating at senior executive level on a major project or as commercial manager in a large construction company;
Proven contractual and commercial management ability at executive level;
Thorough knowledge of contract language and legal requirements of contracts;
Excellent people management and leadership skills; and
Excellent team work, organizational and communication skills.
Experience/Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and/or corresponding qualified membership;
The Commercial Manager will have a minimum of 10 years commercial management experience on major projects;
Proven track record on delivering commercial outcomes on major projects;
Experience in managing major subcontracts and design consultancies;
Previous major project Joint Venture experience is desirable; and
Ability to operate and manage at the executive level of the Project structure in design build finance environment
Local Canadian experience preferred — minimum of one year local experience.
Ideal Candidate • Only exceptional candidates who require sponsorship will be considered for this role.
Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.

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