Commercial Manager (Transmission)

Valard; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier utility contractor in Canada is looking for a Commercial Manager based in Edmonton or Calgary. The candidate will manage financial and contractual aspects of construction projects. Key requirements include expertise in contract law and Salesforce analytics, alongside 5+ years of commercial or contract management experience in the construction industry. Competitive benefits and an RRSP matching program are offered, with a job posting end date of November 30, 2025.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

RRSP matching program

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in commercial or contract management, preferably in the construction industry.
• Expertise with contract law and dispute resolution.
• Strong financial acumen with proficiency in budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Support contract lifecycle from tendering to execution, ensuring compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Conduct financial evaluations of projects, analyzing budgets and cash flows.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Financial analysis

Salesforce analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Post-Secondary Education in a related field

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Transmission Line group is currently looking to add a Commercial Manager to our growing team, based in Edmonton or Calgary, AB.

Reporting to the Vice President, Transmission, we are seeking a skilled professional with extensive experience in contract management & negotiations, project controls, financial analysis, and Salesforce analytics. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing the financial and contractual aspects of our construction projects, ensuring profitability, compliance, and risk mitigation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support contract lifecycle, from tendering to execution, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards
• Participate in Contract Reviews and Lessons Learned activities
• Support project management team in change management related matters
• Ensure Change Management protocols are established during execution and implemented
• Support project teams with contract interpretation
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and vendors to safeguard the company’s interests
• Support project team with validation of incoming change requests and subcontractor notices, where required
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Provide project controls support, that includes risk management related to forecasting, scheduling, and performance evaluation
• Conduct financial evaluations of projects, analyzing budgets, forecasts, and cash flows to optimize profitability
• Utilize Salesforce analytics to assess financial data, track project performance, and enhance business insights for informed decision-making
• Work closely with estimating, project management, legal, finance, and operations teams to drive commercial success
• Identify potential risks in contracts and projects (including financial, legal, and operational risks), developing mitigation strategies to minimize impact
• Handle claims and disputes professionally, ensuring fair outcomes and minimizing financial exposure
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics

Requirements

• Post-Secondary Education in a related field ( business administration, finance, law, construction management, etc.)
• 5+ years’ experience in commercial or contract management, preferably in the construction industry
• Expertise with contract law, and dispute resolution
• Strong financial acumen, with proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• Experience with Salesforce analytics, including dashboard creation, reporting, and data visualization for financial and operational insights
• Proven negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated competence in relevant software such as Microsoft Office, contract management systems, and financial analysis tools

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Commercial and project controls experience in large-scale commercial or infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with construction procurement and subcontractor management
• Experience in transmission line construction

Job Posting End Date : November 30th, 2025

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of QuantaServices, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.