Commercial Manager

Overview

We are seeking a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial strategy and financial oversight for a large-scale infrastructure program. This role is critical in ensuring value for money, managing commercial risk, and maintaining financial excellence throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a central role in a collaborative delivery model, working closely with stakeholders to achieve program objectives efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the project’s commercial strategy in line with contractual obligations and business objectives.
• Maintain the Value for Money Statement and related performance and cost reports.
• Facilitate value-focused meetings to drive cost efficiency and operational improvements.
• Establish and maintain robust commercial reporting processes to meet stakeholder needs.
• Track and report on KPIs, project financials, and forecast accuracy.
• Lead and oversee the change management process, including assessment and resolution of change events.
• Negotiate commercial changes and agreements with a strategic, solutions-focused approach.
• Monitor and control project costs against budgets and forecasts.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks, including subcontractor claims and contractual disputes.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to resolve commercial issues equitably.

Work conditions

This position is based at the project’s main office, with regular site visits as required. It is a full-time role, typically Monday to Friday during core business hours, with flexibility as agreed with management.

Desired skills, knowledge, competencies

• 10+ years of commercial or contract management experience on large infrastructure projects.
• Experience with progressive delivery, design-build, or other collaborative contracting models.
• Strong understanding of contract law, cost management, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to manage complex commercial change and risk in large-scale programs.
• Advanced negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in financial reporting tools, dashboards, and cost-control systems.
• Experience in infrastructure, transportation, energy, or public sector capital programs is an asset.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (RICS, CIQS, etc.) considered an asset.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing, Other, and Supply Chain

Industries

• Construction