Commercial Director, Alternative Delivery

AECOM; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is hiring a Commercial Director to lead complex infrastructure projects. This role requires in-depth expertise in commercial strategy and contract management. The successful candidate will guide financial performance and support a global team of professionals. AECOM offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, promoting growth and development within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and flexible work options

Qualifications

• 12+ years in project controls or commercial management required.
• Minimum 4 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Professional certification such as PMP or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops commercial strategies for infrastructure programs.
• Leads client negotiations and oversees project controls.
• Manages project budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics.

Skills

Project Controls

Contract Management

Risk Mitigation

Commercial Strategy

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Finance

Tools

Primavera P6

Oracle

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM Mississauga is hiring a Senior Commercial Manager to join our Alternative Delivery Group.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for guiding the commercial success of complex, high-profile infrastructure projects delivered through alternative procurement models such as P3s, progressive design-build, and construction management at risk. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in project controls, commercial strategy, and contract management to ensure financial performance, risk mitigation, and successful delivery outcomes.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develops and implements robust commercial strategies for major infrastructure programs, aligning with project delivery models and client objectives.
• Leads negotiations with clients, partners, and subcontractors in coordination with project leadership.
• Oversees the project controls function across medium to large-scale projects, including cost, schedule, change, and risk management.
• Reviews and evaluates complex construction contracts and advises on commercial implications, risk exposures, and compliance.
• Prepares and manages project budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics, including monthly project performance reports and earned value analysis.
• Conducts root cause and variance analysis to support corrective action planning and continuous improvement.
• Drafts, reviews, and maintains comprehensive project procedures and commercial documentation.
• Manages the review and approval of contractor invoices, ensuring alignment with scope, progress, and funding authorizations.
• Ensures accurate and timely preparation of project schedules, with expert knowledge of critical path method (CPM), resource loading, and leveling.
• Supports Project Managers in developing incentive frameworks and performance-based compensation programs.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders across finance, legal, procurement, and technical disciplines to support project governance.
• Oversees and validates change order processes, ensuring full visibility and traceability of scope changes and commercial impacts.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with clients, joint venture partners, and key stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Participates in talent development by mentoring staff, supporting succession planning, and identifying high-potential team members.
• Plays a key role in commercial risk assessments and ensures contractual risks are managed appropriately throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contributes to strategic planning, resource allocation, and staffing decisions for major pursuits and active projects.
• Leads or supports commercial aspects of project pursuits, RFQ/RFP responses, and bid preparations, particularly for complex alternative delivery projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Finance, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in project controls, commercial management, or contract administration in an AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction) environment.
• Minimum 4 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Professional certification such as PMP or equivalent or PEng.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in commercial/project controls within large infrastructure programs.
• Experience in alternative delivery models (e.g., P3, DBFOM, Progressive Design-Build).
• Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) designation or equivalent.
• Membership in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) is considered an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable software tools such as Primavera P6, Oracle, or equivalent cost/schedule management platforms.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $170,000.00 - $240,000.00.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10131283

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Legal Entity: AECOM Canada Ltd

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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