
Commercial Specialist
- Scarborough, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Identify, track and assist with all variations to the project scope, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions, including meeting deadlines.
- Coordinate the development of variation estimates and forecast their issuance.
- Coordinate with leadership, Project Managers, Contractors, Consultants and other stakeholders to assess the impact of variations and ensure timely resolution.
- Evaluate the commercial implications of variations and work with the cost team to ensure accurate cost forecasting and budget management.
- Identify and coordinate with risk team to assess risks associated with project variations, ensuring that potential impacts are identified and addressed proactively.
- Maintain comprehensive records of all variations, including justification, approval, implementation details, and provide regular reports and updates.
- Review and identify variations or modifications for potential impacts on the project scope, schedule, and budget.
- Prepare regular reports on variation status, impacts and resolutions for senior mangement and project stakeholders.
- Assist with the development and and updating the variations management plan.
- Ensure all variations comply with relevant regulations, standards and best practices.
- Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of construction experience as a project coordinator or a similar role within large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in the rail or transportation sector.
- 1-2 years of commercial experience in contract/change management, or similar role.
- Familiarity with standard template agreements.
- Ability to read and interpret contractual documents, including terms and conditions, planning, and technical specifications.
- Strong understanding of project mangement principles, contract management and cost control.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good time management and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and a proactive approach to managing changes.
- Familiarity with relevant construction contracts and contract law.
- Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.