Director Jasper Alberta Commercial Management

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 156,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation agency is seeking directors to oversee commercial management for major infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include leading a commercial team, developing procurement strategies, and managing negotiations. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or related, along with experience in public transport and commercial management.

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree in related discipline, graduate degree an asset.
• Public transportation development or infrastructure contract management experience is a must.
• Knowledge of procurement strategies and risk transfer implications.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management team across contracts/projects.
• Provide guidance on procurement documents and contract negotiations.
• Develop commercial management plans to maximize funding opportunities.

Skills

Commercial management

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Procurement strategies

Project delivery models

Public transportation experience

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Architecture

Degree in Law

Business Administration

Job description

Overview

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, and the PRESTO fare payment system. We are building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario. The Capital Projects Group seeks two directors to lead and manage commercial decisions and provide strategic and commercial advice to support the implementation of robust Commercial Management plans. Salary information: $155,210 per year; full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead the commercial management team throughout the lifecycle of all contracts/projects and ensure effective commercial policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide guidance in the development of procurement documents, contracting structure and strategy, contract negotiation, governance, and risk management to minimize corporate liability.
• Develop and implement commercial management plans and strategies to maximize funding opportunities and value while minimizing risk.
• Lead a commercial team and collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to implement commercial strategies.
• Identify emerging commercial topics, report contractual claims, and lead the management and resolution of legal and/or commercial disputes.
• Develop and implement methodologies, tools, and techniques for commercial management excellence and continuous improvement.
• Lead the resolution of issues of corporate significance to protect Metrolinx’s commercial reputation and ensure value for money and sound decision-making.

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree in Engineering, Architecture, Contract/Construction Law, Business Administration, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; graduate degree an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in a public transportation development or construction environment with success in commercial management for major infrastructure projects; transportation/public sector experience is an asset.
• Experience developing, structuring, procuring, negotiating, and administering complex contracts.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario, PMP, or international equivalents are assets.
• Knowledge of procurement strategies, project delivery models (traditional, P3, collaborative) and associated risk transfer implications.
• Transit experience and knowledge of transit-related risks across construction, design, engineering, and commercial management are preferred.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, building codes, and government bodies in public transportation development.

Other Information

Accommodation: Metrolinx values inclusion and accessibility and complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If accommodation is required during the hiring process, contact the Recruitment team at 416-202-5601 or [e-mail].

Application Process: All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx communicates by email for all job competitions; update your email address accordingly. A Criminal Record Check may be required for the successful candidate. Internal applicants: internal mobility policy requires 12 months in the current role before applying for another role and staying in good standing. Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue consideration if provided information is misleading. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.