Commercial Specialist

FCC Construcción; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

FCC Canada, part of FCC Construcción, invites experienced professionals to join a team shaping Scarborough Subway Extension and other landmark projects in Toronto. The role focuses on claims management, contract administration, and dispute resolution within a major subway construction program.

You will collaborate with project managers, controls teams, and legal counsel to develop strategies, prepare notices, and support entitlement and cost recovery efforts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in claims management, contract administration, commercial management, project controls, or dispute resolution within the construction industry.
• Post secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Law, Business, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Experience supporting major infrastructure, heavy civil, transit, transportation, rail, tunneling, or large-scale construction projects is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the identification, evaluation, preparation, and resolution of contractual claims, change events, and commercial disputes on a major subway construction project.
• Review contract documents, project correspondence, schedules, daily reports, change records, and cost data to assess entitlement and support claims development.
• Prepare and maintain detailed claim files, including narratives, supporting documentation, cost analyses, and schedule impact assessments.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of notices, requests for equitable adjustment, extension of time requests, delay claims, disruption claims, and compensation event submissions.
• Monitor project activities to identify potential risks, delays, productivity impacts, scope changes, differing site conditions, and other events that may result in contractual entitlement.
• Work closely with project managers, project controls, schedulers, construction managers, contract administrators, and legal counsel to develop claim strategies and support dispute resolution efforts.
• Coordinate with project controls and scheduling teams to analyze schedule impacts and support forensic delay analyses.
• Ensure contractual notice requirements, documentation standards, and submission deadlines are met.
• Evaluate subcontractor claims and assist with commercial negotiations and settlement discussions.
• Participate in meetings with owners, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders regarding commercial, contractual, and claims-related matters.
• Support risk management initiatives by identifying opportunities to mitigate commercial exposure and maximize recovery.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices in claims management, contract administration, and project documentation.

Skills

Claims management

Contract administration

Project controls

Scheduling analysis

Dispute resolution

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

Your Career at FCC Canada

FCC Canada, part of FCC Construcción, brings more than 125 years of global infrastructure expertise and the strength of over 70,000 employees worldwide. For more than 25 years, we have delivered some of Canada's most complex and transformative transportation, transit, tunnel, and civil infrastructure projects.

Why Join FCC Canada?

Shape the Future With Us At FCC Canada, you're more than an employee, you're a valued member of a team building infrastructure that connects communities and creates a lasting impact. We foster a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, contributions are recognized, and professional growth is supported through mentorship, meaningful work experiences, and career development opportunities.

Comprehensive Rewards and Support

We offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success. Our employees benefit from comprehensive health and wellness coverage, retirement savings programs, professional development opportunities, travel support, expense allowances, and additional benefits that help them thrive both personally and professionally.

Whether you are launching your career or seeking your next professional challenge, FCC Canada offers the opportunity to contribute to landmark projects, collaborate with industry leaders, and build a rewarding future with a company that invests in its people.

Don't meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences, transferable skills, and a willingness to learn and grow.

About The Project

The Scarborough Subway Extension is a transformative transit infrastructure project that will expand Toronto's rapid transit network and improve connectivity for communities across Scarborough. This landmark initiative includes a 7.8-kilometre extension of Line 2, three new stations, and a major tunnelling program, creating stronger connections to GO Transit, Line 5 Eglinton, TTC bus services, and Durham Region Transit. Delivered through a Progressive Design-Build model, the project offers a unique opportunity to contribute to one of Canada's most significant transportation investments while helping shape the future of mobility in the Greater Toronto Area.

What You Will Do

• Support the identification, evaluation, preparation, and resolution of contractual claims, change events, and commercial disputes on a major subway construction project.
• Review contract documents, project correspondence, schedules, daily reports, change records, and cost data to assess entitlement and support claims development.
• Prepare and maintain detailed claim files, including narratives, supporting documentation, cost analyses, and schedule impact assessments.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of notices, requests for equitable adjustment, extension of time requests, delay claims, disruption claims, and compensation event submissions.
• Monitor project activities to identify potential risks, delays, productivity impacts, scope changes, differing site conditions, and other events that may result in contractual entitlement.
• Work closely with project managers, project controls, schedulers, construction managers, contract administrators, and legal counsel to develop claim strategies and support dispute resolution efforts.
• Coordinate with project controls and scheduling teams to analyze schedule impacts and support forensic delay analyses.
• Ensure contractual notice requirements, documentation standards, and submission deadlines are met.
• Evaluate subcontractor claims and assist with commercial negotiations and settlement discussions.
• Participate in meetings with owners, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders regarding commercial, contractual, and claims-related matters.
• Support risk management initiatives by identifying opportunities to mitigate commercial exposure and maximize recovery.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices in claims management, contract administration, and project documentation.

Experience You Will Bring

• 5+ years of experience in claims management, contract administration, commercial management, project controls, or dispute resolution within the construction industry.
• Post secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Law, Business, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Experience supporting major infrastructure, heavy civil, transit, transportation, rail, tunneling, or large-scale construction projects is an asset.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, change management processes, claims development, and dispute resolution principles.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and managing delay, disruption, extension of time, and cost recovery claims.
• Knowledge of scheduling principles and delay analysis methodologies, with the ability to interpret project schedules and assess schedule impacts.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing project records to support entitlement and quantum assessments.
• Strong understanding of project delivery models, including Progressive Design-Build.
• Familiarity with CCDC contracts, Infrastructure Ontario contracts, and major public infrastructure projects is considered an asset.
• Experience with project controls and scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, SAP, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and documentation skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise, well-supported claim submissions and reports.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders while effectively managing competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

Compensation And Benefits

FCC Canada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Salary Range: $100,000 - 120,000
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Retirement savings program
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness initiatives and additional employee perks

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity Employer

FCC Canada is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario's Human Rights Code. Applicants requiring accommodation may contact us at [e-mail]. We welcome feedback on our accommodation processes and remain committed to creating an equitable experience for all candidates.

Additional Information

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. FCC Canada does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.