Senior Commercial Manager, Rail & Transit Projects

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions is seeking a Commercial Manager in Scarborough, Ontario to lead contract change management for major rail infrastructure projects. You will drive variations, forecast costs, and collaborate with leaders, project managers, contractors, and consultants to ensure timely resolution and budget control.

The role requires 8–10 years in construction with 3–5 years in commercial change management, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong communication, analytical, and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 8–10 years of construction experience in large-scale infrastructure, preferably rail or transportation.
• 3–5 years of commercial experience in contract/change management.
• Familiarity with estimating and schedule analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret contractual documents and technical specs.
• Strong understanding of project management, contract management and cost control.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and contract law.
• Champion of inclusion and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Identify, track and manage all variations to the project scope, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and deadlines.
• Oversee the development of variation estimates and forecast their issuance.
• Interface with leadership, Project Managers, Contractors, Consultants and other stakeholders to assess impact of variations and ensure timely resolution.
• Evaluate the commercial implications of variations and work with cost team for accurate forecasting and budget management.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with project variations.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all variations with justification and implementation details, and provide regular reports.
• Review and assess variations for impacts on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Prepare regular reports on variation status, impacts and resolutions for senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and update the variations management plan and ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity and career progression.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Inclusion champion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Aecon Concessions is seeking a Commercial Manager in Scarborough, Ontario to lead contract change management for major rail infrastructure projects. You will drive variations, forecast costs, and collaborate with leaders, project managers, contractors, and consultants to ensure timely resolution and budget control.

The role requires 8–10 years in construction with 3–5 years in commercial change management, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong communication, analytical, and organizational