Regional Commercial Manager

Linum Consult; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international contractor is seeking a Country Commercial Lead to manage all commercial operations in Canada. Based in Toronto, this role involves shaping commercial strategy and leading a dedicated team within a collaborative corporate culture. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in the North American construction market and strong leadership skills, ready to drive significant infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Autonomy and senior responsibility

Collaborative corporate culture

Opportunity to shape iconic infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in commercial or contract management.
• Chartered status with RICS, CICES, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Strong background in major civil infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial activities across Canadian operations.
• Oversee procurement and contract negotiation processes.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing commercial team.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Job description

Country Commercial Lead - Major Contractor - Canada

Location : Toronto, Canada

Sector : Civil Engineering Infrastructure

Experience : 15+ Years

Job Type : Permanent

The Opportunity

• Our client, a leading international contractor with an exceptional global track record in major infrastructure and civil engineering works, is seeking to appoint a Country Commercial Lead to spearhead all commercial operations in Canada.
• Based in Toronto, this strategic role is a critical part of the company's leadership team and offers the unique opportunity to shape commercial strategy, governance, and performance at a national level.
• This position is suited to a highly experienced and commercially astute individual with deep knowledge of the North American construction landscape, particularly across large-scale civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial and contractual activities across Canadian operations
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on commercial strategy and risk
• Oversee procurement and contract negotiation processes from pre- to post-tender
• Drive the implementation of robust commercial strategies and frameworks
• Manage quantity surveying, valuations, and final accounts for major projects
• Support resolution of contractual disputes and ensure effective contract administration
• Mentor and lead a high-performing commercial team
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, JV partners, and supply chain stakeholders
• Report to the regional Managing Director on commercial performance and outlook

Requirements

• Minimum 15 years' experience in commercial or contract management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity
• Strong commercial background gained in major civil infrastructure projects in North America
• Thorough understanding of FIDIC, NEC, and / or North American standard forms of contract
• Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering , or a related field
• Chartered status with RICS , CICES , or equivalent is highly desirable
• Demonstrated track record in managing large-scale contracts, claims, and disputes
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Based in or willing to relocate to Toronto , with the right to work in Canada

Why Apply?

• Join a high-calibre international contractor at a pivotal time of growth in Canada
• Lead national commercial operations with autonomy and senior responsibility
• Shape the delivery of iconic infrastructure projects with major strategic impact
• Enjoy a collaborative and forward-thinking corporate culture

If you are a commercially strong construction professional with experience in the North American market and want to lead a country-level function, we want to hear from you.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please send your CV to for the attention of Neill Donald.

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