25 Aug
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TRANSALTA
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Calgary
Job Type: Full time - Salaried Commercial Business Advisor – Transmission Assets As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future. We’re looking for a Commercial Business Advisor, Transmission Assets who will provide end-to-end business ownership of TransAlta’s regulated transmission business while also managing selected commercial contracts and strategic asset files. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, this role will oversee TransAlta’s transmission business as an integrated operation, including vendor management, annual and long-term planning, budgets, forecasts, project controls, invoicing, regulatory support and cross-functional execution.
The role will also manage commercial files with similar requirements, including reclamation, salvage and legacy asset agreements. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong financial and business acumen who wants to run a portfolio within the framework of a broader organization and learn the commercial and regulatory aspects of the energy business. This position is based out of our Downtown Calgary Head Office, with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.
In this role, you’ll be accountable for the business performance, coordination and commercial oversight of assigned portfolios.
Business
Oversight & Financial Management Own the day-to-day business relationships and lead the portfolio approach for TransAlta’s regulated transmission assets which are on First Nation lands and operated and maintained by AltaLink. Oversee annual and long-term O&M;, capital,
reclamation and salvage plans, ensuring priorities, resources, schedules and performance expectations are clear. Manage budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, capital tracking, expenditure approvals, purchase orders, invoicing and financial reporting for the business.
Coordinate
Finance, Accounting, Regulatory, Legal, Indigenous Relations, project management and other internal teams to deliver on commitments. Provide concise reporting to leadership, including financial performance, priorities, risks, decisions and required actions. Work with TransAlta’s regulatory and legal teams to prepare our General Tariff Application, respond to information requests, justify cost recoveries, and advance other regulatory or compliance matters.
Coordinate with AltaLink, Indigenous Relations, Regulatory and Legal teams to support access, permitting, work planning and stakeholder engagement activities. Maintain records, approvals, permits and supporting documentation to satisfy regulatory obligations. Commercial & Contract Management Own selected commercial contracts, counterparty relationships and strategic asset files.
Interpret contractual obligations, monitor performance, manage amendments and renewals, and develop strategies to resolve commercial issues or disputes. Develop business cases and commercial recommendations that balance cost, risk,
compliance and long-term value. You want to run a portfolio like it’s your own business – the relationships, the numbers, the contracts, and the outcomes.
Post-secondary education in finance, accounting, business, economics, engineering or related discipline. Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cost control, capital tracking, invoicing and financial reporting.
Experience overseeing a portfolio, capital projects, project controls or similar cross-functional business activities. Ability to interpret contracts and financial information, assess business impacts, and develop practical recommendations. Awareness of Indigenous relations and a respectful approach to supporting work involving First Nations.
Ability to travel approximately 10 times per year within approximately four hours of Calgary, Alberta. Timing and duration of travel is flexible. Company-matching pension plan Versatile health benefits for you and your family We prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging - creating a space where everyone can thrive.
We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. The successful candidate may be required to complete background checks appropriate to the role and may include criminal record, education and employment verification or credit checks. ‘Safety sensitive positions’ will be required to complete pre-employment testing.
📌 Commercial Business Advisor, Transmission Assets (Calgary)
🏢 TRANSALTA
📍 Calgary