Advisor Commercial Contracts

Posting End Date: 25/09/2026

Status: Temporary 24 months

Number of Openings: 1

Education Level: 4 years of university Degree in engineering, management science or business administration or equivalent level of education.

Base Location: 700 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z5

Shift: Days

Travel Required: 10%

Salary Range: $1,664.34 - $2,622.59

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Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

Job Overview

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Advisor, Commercial Contracts.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Supply Chain, this position is responsible for participating in and supporting the development and implementation of processes required for the creation and management of commercial agreements. Maintain the commercial interface between the involved parties.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the development, negotiation, writing, and implementation of agreements, or amendments to these agreements, that are technically, commercially and legally complex, and may in some cases have a significant financial implication to OPG. Monitor agreement compliance and obligations and develop and report on performance criteria & measures. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including amendments to existing agreements where they would be in the mutual interest to the parties of the agreements. Manage and support projects and transactions from start to completion with advice from the Manager and or SR Advisor.
• Assist and Support the SR Advisor and/or Manager with internal and external stakeholders to develop, improve, modify, write, implement and monitor processes to meet the obligations of the parties as set out in commercial service agreements. Participate in creating or revising business processes where applicable.
• Act as a resource to internal stakeholders on the corporation's obligations in respect of the commercial agreements. Provide functional input to internal stakeholders / end users on agreement specifics and ensure it is followed through in order to minimize corporate risks. Respond to inquiries regarding agreement specifics including but not limited to commercial terms, performance expectations, property assignments, easements, intellectual property rights, operations etc. Provide assistance to OPG line functions on discharging the obligations of OPG as set out in the commercial service agreements.
• Perform assigned tasks, assign tasks and review / monitor work performed by others within OPG in support of Commercial Contracts' mandate.
• Provide analytical and planning support for complex / major projects and contract negotiations.
• Support or participate in negotiations of new or amended agreements with external parties or their agents.
• Prepare information memoranda and/or presentations for management and be capable of making effective presentations.
• Provide revenue, cost and net income associated with commercial agreements for OPG's business planning process.

Qualifications

• Four-year university degree in engineering, management science, business administration, or an equivalent discipline.
• Minimum of six years of experience in commercial contracts, supply chain, or a related field.
• Broad knowledge of engineering, business practices, strategic management, economics, contract law, real estate and environmental management, organizational behaviour, operations management, and management systems to support complex technical and commercial projects.
• Familiarity with corporate operations, engineering services, and technical-support functions to effectively understand and respond to stakeholder requirements.
• Understanding of the design, operation, maintenance, policies, and processes associated with generating facilities to assess and address technical matters.
• Proven ability to develop, negotiate, draft, implement, and administer technically, commercially, and legally complex agreements and contract amendments.
• Experience building and maintaining business relationships with external stakeholders, such as fuel and transportation suppliers, power pools, government agencies, public utilities, and other energy-industry service providers.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, including the ability to prepare agreements, contracts, briefing materials, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact AODA@opg.com.

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history.

The Darlington New Nuclear Project is leading the way in the advancement of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology in Canada – the future of nuclear power generation! Using new and innovative technologies such as small modular reactors, hydrogen and battery storage, while expanding our hydroelectric and nuclear portfolios, we are changing the electricity landscape in Ontario.

Important Information

The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.

All job postings at OPG are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.

OPG may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.