Chandos

Construction

CommercialManagerMajorProjects

$160–180k Chalk River, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
The Brief

“Commercial Manager - Major Projects at Chandos. Skills: Commercial strategy, Contract management, Claim management, Dispute resolution. Lead Commercial Team. Set commercial strategy”

What You'll Achieve.

Build a better world; Emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder; Achieve purpose and vision; Enhance project profitability; Enable teams to succeed; Deliver major infrastructure work; Make an impact

Industry & Context.

Construction
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Analytical skills

Eligibility Requirements

Travel to remote project site, Federal security clearance, Residency in Canada, Valid driver’s licence

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Ability to meet federal security clearance requirements for work on a nuclear project, three consecutive years of verifiable residency in Canada or another country recognized under the project’s security framework, 8+ years of direct experience in a project role with a mid-size to large general contractor, Commercial/Contract management experience in a complex project environment, understanding of complex contracts, Proficiency in cost estimation, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, and reporting, Proficient in contract management and negotiation, Solid understanding of construction trades, safety, and construction techniques, Knowledge of construction industry trends and regulations, University degree in a construction-related field, or equivalent experience, Major project experience on projects valued at $1B+, Ability to travel frequently to local and off-site project locations, supported by a valid driver’s licence, interpersonal skills with the ability to achieve results through collaboration, mentorship and coaching capability, Ability to thrive in a highly regulated, technically complex project environment, Experience working on nuclear, industrial, or other highly regulated major projects, Demonstrated ability to navigate complex project governance and compliance environments, Experience leading teams or acting as a senior commercial or project lead on large-scale infrastructure projects

Nice to Have

Kubernetes a plus

What You'll Do.

Set commercial strategy

Produce commercial cases

Lead claim management

Ensure contract compliance

Advise on negotiations

Provide commercial guidance

Assess design changes

Support executive reporting

Make commercial presentations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with product team; Collaborate with engineering; Collaborate with construction; Collaborate with procurement; Work with Construction Managers; Work with Superintendents; Work with Safety; Work with Quality; Work with Project Controls; Achieve results through collaboration

Communication Scope

Clear communication; Thoughtful dialogue; Challenging conversations; Clarity and confidence; Executive-level reporting; Commercial presentations

Process & Methodology

Project management, Risk management, Change control, Project controls

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