Manager, Finance & Commercial Risk

PCL Construction • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Manager, Finance & Commercial Risk provides strategic financial and commercial leadership across the district. The role combines leadership for financial performance, risk management, contract compliance, contract negotiation, and claims management. The manager partners closely with operations to drive business outcomes, proactively manage risk, and ensure disciplined, consistent execution of financial and commercial practices. The role calls for a leader who can articulate commercial issues and negotiate on behalf of the company to protect its interests in a dynamic, project-based environment.

The position leads the finance and commercial risk team and partners with operations and senior leadership on planning, decision-making, and performance. It manages district financial reporting, forecasting, business planning, cash flow, working capital, financial due diligence, and prequalification. It also oversees commercial risk, contract review and negotiation, insurance, bonding, performance securities, claims, compliance, governance, and continuous improvement.

The role requires at least eight years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, commercial risk, contract management, or project-based environments, as well as at least five years of leadership experience. A degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field is required. Construction or related industry experience, a CPA or equivalent designation, and experience with legal, contractual, commercial risk, or claims-related matters are preferred.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, commercial risk, contract management, or project-based environments.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, including forecasting, reporting, and risk analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of contracts, insurance, regulatory compliance, and commercial risk management.
• Ability to interpret, articulate, and negotiate contract terms on behalf of the company.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and support strategic decision-making.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with legal, contractual, commercial risk, or claims-related matters.
• Construction or related industry experience.
• CPA or equivalent designation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations and senior leadership to influence planning, decision-making, and performance outcomes.
• Lead the finance and commercial risk team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support development, critical thinking, and succession planning within the finance function.
• Manage and enhance district financial reporting, forecasting, and business planning processes.
• Drive performance across cash flow and working capital to improve business outcomes.
• Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial information.
• Manage financial due diligence and prequalification to verify stakeholders’ financial capacity and performance capability.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks across the project lifecycle.
• Lead contract reviews, drafting, and negotiation activities to protect the company’s interests.
• Articulate contractual risks and commercial positions and negotiate resolutions with owners, subcontractors, and partners.
• Support bid reviews to identify and actively manage risks, opportunities, and commercial terms.
• Oversee insurance, bonding, and performance securities to meet contractual and corporate requirements.
• Lead claims management efforts, in consultation with PCL Risk Management, to minimize exposure and maximize recovery.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory obligations.
• Maintain strong financial and operational controls and support audit processes.
• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Drive process improvements, standardization, and adoption of tools and technology.

Benefits

• Employee ownership opportunities
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• Career growth pathways, leadership development, and mentorship programs
• Access to PCL’s College of Construction and ongoing professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager