Manager, Commercial Job Details | Aecon

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As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

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• Safety First. Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely, we dont do it at all.
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• Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

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• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
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• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

About Us

The Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon, United and Atkins Realis located in Kincardine, Ontario. Shoreline Power Group is the centerpiece of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program which replaces the main components of 6 reactors at the Bruce Power Nuclear Generating Station. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, and feeders as well as construction management and trade labor. This project is part of Bruce Powers Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Powers CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064.

Reporting to the Shoreline Joint Venture Project Director, the Contracts Manager is responsible for leading the commercial team in tracking and preparing contract deliverables and notices, change order preparation and submission, and providing accurate and timely commercial advice, consistent with their education, training, and experience, all in accordance with home companies and Joint Venture Project requirements and policies.

What You'll Do Here

Overall responsibility for Contracts Management on the Shoreline Joint Venture projects
Supervise and provide support to Shoreline 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
Assist project staff with identification, documentation, and quantification of changes in the Work and claims
Act as the point of contact to Bruce Power for contractual matters
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
Contribute to the revision and maintenance of Operating Policies and Procedures
Obtain the assistance of the appropriate Legal department, as required

Provide leadership to Commercial staff and direct reports
Other duties as assigned

What You Bring To The Team

10-15 years experience in the industrial engineering, procurement, or construction industry
Technical or legal post-secondary education
Knowledge of construction law, negotiating and drafting construction contracts
Knowledge of project operations, policies, procedures, and strategic direction
Understanding of construction planning, scheduling and management
Experience dealing with labor obligations and their impact on the Project
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.)
Good interpersonal and analytical skills
Good planning & time management skills
Good decision-making ability and negotiation skills

Aecon fosters diversity, 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.

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