Deputy Director Commercial

SNC-Lavalin; Calgary; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Calgary is seeking a Deputy Director Commercial to manage change requests, negotiate contracts, and lead a team. The ideal candidate will have experience in change management and contract administration, as well as strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, focusing on a balanced work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible benefits

Employee share plan

Defined contribution pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing change requests and claims in project execution.
• Proven skills in contract negotiation and administration.
• Ability to lead teams and align their activities with business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage change requests throughout project execution.
• Ensure contractually-required notices are delivered.
• Supervise negotiation of various contracts.
• Oversee procurement processes and supplier evaluation.
• Issue regular commercial reporting to stakeholders.
• Engage with insurance advisors for project coverage.
• Lead a team of commercial direct reports.

Skills

Change management

Contract negotiation

Commercial reporting

People leadership

Job description

Job Description

Deputy Director Commercial

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You’ve come to the right place!

Location - Calgary, Alberta

Your role within the team:

• Change management, including schedule Interpretation and claims administration/coordination – Develop and implement processes to administer, document and accept / challenge / defend incoming and outgoing change requests throughout project execution. Implement claim management processes to resolve unforeseen situations that arise during project development and execution and that are not covered by the change management process, including implementation of claims towards third parties and prevention / defending of incoming claims from third parties.

• Notices – Implement an effective system to ensure that all contractually-required notices are delivered to the client in accordance with the terms of the project agreement. Prime and subcontract management/ administration - administer the project contracts (project agreement, subcontracts, consultancy agreements, purchase agreements etc.) in such a way that the correct contractual procedures and sound administrative practices are implemented and followed at all times from project inception to completion, ensuring at all times that all contract deliverables and timelines are met.

• Contract negotiation – Supervise the drafting, review and negotiation of various contracts (with clients and subcontractors), including specific services contracts, master services agreements, commissioning contracts, engineering contracts, settlement agreements, non-disclosure agreements, construction contracts and procurement contracts, in a way that optimizes the business’ financial, legal, risk management and reputational positions.

• Supplier/subcontractor procurement – Implement and monitor procurement scheduling and plans, facilitate competitive tendering process for materials, goods, services and equipment, including development of terms and conditions, scope and specification. requirements, implementing and overseeing the bidding process with prequalified companies. Evaluate submitted bids including tender evaluation and recommendation.

• Commercial reporting – Issue regular reporting and analytics on commercial issues to Executives (internal and JV ExCo) and Project Managers.

• Insurance – Engage with client’s insurance advisors to develop appropriate Project insurance programs and coverages.

• Legal – Exercise proper judgment to engage with client’s legal advisors to seek advice at the appropriate times. Commercial management of project close out/ post practical completion, including defect liability period and O&M.

• People leadership – Lead and align a team of commercial direct reports to the Project and AtkinsRéalis' priorities by focusing the teams’ activities and holding each individual accountable for results. Ensure commercial activities are effective and results focused.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.

• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.

• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.

• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.

• A work environment focused on health and safety.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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