Commercial Specialist

Job summary

The Commercial Specialist acts as the focal point for drafting formal commercial notices and supporting subcontract managers throughout the subcontract lifecycle. They coordinate with procurement and technical teams to ensure risk mitigation and smooth project operations.

Job details

Who We Are Metrolinx’s GO Expansion program is delivering more GO service across the network, including the capacity to deliver two-way service every 15 minutes or better on core routes. Work is already underway on new track, station renovations and infrastructure upgrades on parts of the Lakeshore, Stouffville, Kitchener and Barrie lines. The investment will generate thousands of new jobs and economic opportunities across the region. The ONxpress Civil Joint Venture is comprised of Aecon Infrastructure Management Inc. and FCC Canada Ltd. This multidisciplinary team leads the delivery of civil and track works, leveraging global expertise to introduce innovative solutions across the GO Transit network. What You'll Do Act as the focal point for gathering relevant information and drafting formal letters, position papers and commercial notices. Support the subcontract managers by referring to the contractual provisions, understanding the implications and advising them on how to move forward. Support and work alongside the procurement team, advising them on risk mitigations, value-for money approach and ‘best-for-project’ approach. Demonstrate a ‘big-picture- approach and high personal responsibility in coordinating tasks and ensuring smooth project operations. Support the subcontract managers in all aspects of a subcontract lifecycle. Utilize Excel for advanced data management Review and manage payment implications and applications. Review and assign correspondence, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions. Ensure commercial requirements are met and all necessary stakeholders are cc’d in communications. Draft formal letters and other correspondence as needed. Coordinate tasks and responsibilities, ensuring smooth project operations. Attend and contribute to kick-off meetings with the construction and technical teams. Receive and manage claims from subcontractors, compiling and reviewing claims reports. Understand and follow organizational setups and protocols. What You Bring Familiarity with the Construction Industry. 3+ years of experience in related field. Education in law, Civil Engineering, construction discipline or related field preferred. Experience with bridge or rail projects is a plus. Proven ability to coordinate with project coordinators, finance, cost control, technical, procurement, design, and investigation teams. Ability to read, understand and comment on commercial principles of construction agreements. Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Expected compensation for this role is between $70,000-$90,000 annually. Base salaries are determined according to multiple factors including skills, experience and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into consideration. In addition to base salary ONxpress also offers a comprehensive medical and dental program, RRSP with company matching and the potential to participate in our discretionary, performance based bonus program. This role is a newly created position. As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, ONxpress may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and ONxpress’ AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified ONxpress team members. Connect with us! Learn more about our project here and follow us on LinkedIn for frequent updates. This position is with ONxpress Civils (“CJV” aka the Design & Construction team); the project segment responsible for the modernization and modification of the key area network, including countless innovations in the way the regional rail infrastructure is built. We value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of whether they meet 100% of the qualifications listed. If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we welcome your application and the opportunity to consider you for the position. We are an Equal Employer. Should you need any accommodation through the recruitment process, please contact cjv-talentacquisition@onxpress.com.

What you’ll do

The Commercial Specialist acts as the focal point for drafting formal commercial notices and supporting subcontract managers throughout the subcontract lifecycle. They coordinate with procurement and technical teams to ensure risk mitigation and smooth project operations.

Requirements

Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in the construction industry, preferably with a background in law, civil engineering, or a related field. Strong communication skills and the ability to interpret commercial principles of construction agreements are required.

Benefits

• Medical program
• Dental program
• RRSP with company matching
• Performance based bonus program

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Civil · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• discipline · Preferred
• data management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Contract Management
• Commercial Drafting
• Risk Mitigation
• Procurement Support
• Advanced Excel
• Claims Management
• Construction Law
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Payment Application Review
• Project Operations

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Legal
• Transportation
• Management & Leadership

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