Commercial Manager (Transmission)

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

Job summary

A leading Canadian utility contractor is seeking a skilled Commercial Manager in Edmonton or Calgary. The successful candidate will manage financial and contractual aspects of construction projects, ensuring compliance and profitability. Ideal applicants have over 5 years of experience in contract management within the construction industry and strong financial analysis skills. The role offers a comprehensive rewards package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

RRSP matching program

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in commercial or contract management in construction.
• Strong financial acumen in budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Proven negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support contract lifecycle from tendering to execution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts to safeguard company's interests.
• Conduct financial evaluations of projects to optimize profitability.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Salesforce analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Post-Secondary Education in business administration, finance, law, construction management

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Financial analysis tools

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

Qualifications

• Post‑Secondary Education in a related field (i.e. 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

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.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.