Commercial Director

1 month ago


Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Aecon Full time

Aecon is a leader in infrastructure development, building what matters for future generations to thrive.

We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

Our core values are:

  • Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.
  • Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
  • Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
  • Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We invest in our people, just like they invest in us:

  • We ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • We believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
  • We are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
  • We are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Commercial Director to support the commercial management of new and existing nuclear projects. Reporting to the Project Director, the Commercial Director will be responsible for Contracts & Risk Management, ensuring that accurate and timely commercial advice in accordance with Aecon Policies and Project requirements is provided to the Nuclear Business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overall responsibility for Contracts, Subcontracts & Risk Management of Aecon Nuclear Projects.
  • Supervise and provide support to Contract Management and Administration project personnel, ensuring that personnel are trained, qualified, and competent to perform their assigned tasks.
  • Review and negotiate commercial agreements, including requests for quotation, requests for proposals, confidentiality agreements, pre-bid agreements, purchase orders, subcontracts, contracts, consortium agreements, joint venture agreements, and make recommendations to operating staff during the estimating, pre-award, construction, and post-construction phases.
  • Draft or amend Departmental contracts and commercial agreements.
  • Prepare project-specific contract administration manuals based on corporate templates.
  • Assist project staff with the interpretation and practical application of contract documents.
  • Document significant events on Project.
  • Assist in formation and administration of contracts with Subcontractors and ensure that required and relevant terms and conditions are flowed down to Subcontractors.
  • Identify, document, and quantify changes in the Work and claims – with assistance from the project staff.
  • Act as the point of contact to Client for contractual matters and subcontractor issues.
  • Prepare, develop, and manage timely contractual correspondence and notices in accordance with contractual requirements.
  • Develop and maintain efficient systems and processes for identifying and capturing any potential commercial issues and changes.
  • Be responsible for the change management process, including maintaining a current log of all issues and change orders for each contract, and subcontracts as and when claims arise.
  • Ensure accurate issue files for all contractual/commercial issues are maintained for each contract.
  • Liaise with and provide guidance on contract matters to Supervisor, other senior managers, and other team members.
  • Provide presentations and workshops, as required by the Supervisor, to the employees with respect to contract administration, including corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines, change and delay management.
  • Continuing education with respect to construction law.
  • Contribute to the revision and maintenance of Operating Policies and Procedures.
  • Obtain the assistance of the appropriate Legal department, as required.
  • Manage import/export compliance requirements for the project, as required.

What You Bring To The Team:

  • 10+ years' experience in the industrial engineering, procurement, and construction industry.
  • Experience working in joint venture or alliance contract agreement preferred.
  • Technical or legal post-secondary education.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction law, negotiating, and drafting major construction contracts.
  • Demonstrated experience managing professional and administrative staff.
  • Sound knowledge of company operations and understanding of strategic direction.
  • Knowledge of construction planning, scheduling, and risk management.
  • Knowledge of contract administration procedures.
  • Knowledge of Aecon Policy & Procedures.
  • Knowledge of labour obligations and their impact on the corporation.
  • Sound judgment and leadership skills.
  • Superior analytical skills.
  • Superior planning & time management skills.
  • Superior decision-making ability and negotiation skills.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
  • Working knowledge of CGC – Contract Administration modules.

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