Job Description

Build Your Career at Aecon

Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and building the future.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the , expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Aecon is looking to hire a Commercial Director to support the commercial management of new and existing nuclear projects. Reporting to the Project Director the Commercial Director will be responsible for Contracts & Risk Management ensuring that accurate and timely commercial advice in accordance with Aecon Policies and Project requirements is provided to the Nuclear Business

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall responsibility for Contracts Subcontracts & Risk Management of Aecon Nuclear Projects.
• Supervise and provide support to Contract Management and Administration project personnel, ensuring that personnel are trained qualified and competent to perform their assigned tasks.
• Review and negotiate commercial agreements, including requests for quotation, requests for proposals, confidentiality agreements, pre-bid agreements, purchase orders, subcontracts, contracts, consortium agreements, joint venture agreements and, having regard for their practical application and inherent risks, make recommendations to operating staff during the estimating, pre-award, construction, and post construction phases
• Draft or amend Departmental contracts and commercial agreements
• Prepare project specific contract administration manuals based on corporate template
• Assist project staff with the interpretation and practical application of contract documents
• Document significant events on Project
• Assist in formation and administration of contracts with Subcontractors and ensure that required and relevant terms and conditions are flowed down to Subcontractors
• Identify, document, and quantify changes in the Work and claims - with assistance from the project staff
• Act as the point of contact to Client for contractual matters
• Prepare, develop and manage timely contractual correspondence and notices in accordance with contractual requirements
• Develop and maintain efficient systems and processes for identifying and capturing any potential commercial issues and changes
• Maintain a current log of all issues and change orders for each contract
• Ensure accurate issue files for all contractual/commercial issues are maintained for each contract
• Liaise with and provide guidance on contract matters to Supervisor, other senior managers, and other team members
• Provide presentations and workshops, as required by the Supervisor, to the employees with respect to contract administration including, corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines, change and delay management
• Continuing education with respect to construction law
• Contribute to the revision and maintenance of Operating Policies and Procedures
• Obtain the assistance of the appropriate Legal department, as required
• Manage import/export compliance requirements for the project, as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership to Commercial staff and direct reports

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• 10 + years experience in the industrial engineering, procurement and construction industry
• Experience working in joint venture or alliance contract agreement preferred.
• Technical or legal post-secondary education
• Advanced knowledge of construction law, negotiating and drafting major construction contracts
• Demonstrated experience managing professional and administrative staff
• Sound knowledge of company operations and understanding of strategic direction
• Knowledge of construction planning, scheduling and risk management.
• Knowledge of contract administration procedures
• Knowledge of Aecon Policy & Procedures
• Knowledge of labour obligations and their impact on the corporation
• Sound judgment and leadership skills
• Superior analytical skills
• Superior planning & time management skills
• Superior decision making ability and negotiation skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
• Working knowledge of CGC - Contract Administration modules

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Exercise fiscal responsibility in accordance with Aecon Limits of Authority, policies and procedures

EXTENT OF PUBLIC CONTACT

• Customers, subcontractors and suppliers
• Consulting Engineers and joint ventures
• Project engineering and management staff, co-workers and peers
• Industry associations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Travel to construction sites, affiliates', customers', subcontractors' and suppliers' offices
• Domestic travel
• Work under pressure of tight timelines

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Due to the nature of work conducted by Aecon, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.

What You'll Do Here:

• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

What you will bring to the team:

• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.

Aecon fosters , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA Act during any step of the application process please