Senior Manager, Commercial Management - CPG (GO & UP) Systems

Metrolinx

About The Position

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario. At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team. CPG’s workforce is made up of driven and dedicated professionals who care deeply about working together to deliver infrastructure and make a positive impact in our communities. Join us as we build a knowledgeable and collaborative team that courageously changes how transit projects will be delivered. Our Capital Projects Commercial Management Office is hiring a Senior Manager, Commercial. Under the supervision of the Director, Commercial Management, leads and provides oversight of commercial governance and decision-making for the planning and delivery of the Systems works within the division. This role will focus on strategic and transformational delivery of the project, including implementation of updates to the delivery model and building Metrolinx’s capacity to manage and deliver this large infrastructure project. Additionally, this role provides commercial options and strategic advice to the Director, Commercial Management and Vice President, Commercial Management, as well as other Metrolinx partners and leaders.

Requirements

Completion of a degree in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Applied Science, Engineering, Architecture, Business or a related discipline – or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Extensive experience in business roles related to the planning, procurement, design, and construction, including a experience managing large, complex, multi-year transit or infrastructure development projects.
Working knowledge of contract development process and commercial contract set up
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Strong strategic assessment skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree is considered an asset, e.g., MBA.
Prior demonstrated experience working in collaborative contracting models is considered an asset. (eg: Progressive Design & Build).
Experience commercially managing large infrastructure programs and alliance delivery models would be an asset.
Experience in professional services and strategy consulting on large transformation and infrastructure projects would be an asset.
Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) designation would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Supports the development and leads the execution of the overall strategy for commercial management of the Systems Agreement with the Delivery Teams, Construction Manager, vendors and partners to ensure the successful delivery of the project and value for money objectives.
Builds and manages relationships with a broad number of internal and external stakeholders/partners, including the Construction Manager, 3rd party revenue partners, provincial/federal/municipal governments, agencies and/or communities, leveraging those relationships to advance commercial objectives.
Manages, tracks and leads in the discussion and coordinated resolution of project commercial issues, supporting the Delivery Team while ensuring adherence to governance and policy requirements while keeping senior leadership and stakeholders informed.
Provides overall commercial management and support of the projects, including adherence to the terms of the Agreement, tracking and managing Variations, Changes and Amendments, supporting and addressing issues related to invoicing and payments, and tracking and management of Early Warnings, and disputes on the project in adherence to the terms of the Agreement, Metrolinx policies and internal governance.
Collaborates with delivery team members, internal stakeholders and partners in developing schedules and plans that maximize efficiency and timeliness; Partners and manages relationships with internal cross-functional departments (e.g. Sponsor Office, Legal, Operations, Capital Projects Group, Procurement, Finance and others) to ensure progression of project in achieving successful completion and delivery of the objectives and benefits.
Develops components of procurement and/or contract documents, contract negotiation, governance and management strategies to ensure that contracts adhere to Metrolinx policies and procedures and to minimize corporate liability and risk throughout the contract lifecycle; Leads the review and analysis of the division’s/projects’ contract documents to ensure that the appropriate contracting strategy and contractual clauses are applied to reduce risk and protect the interests of Metrolinx.
Develops assessments, materials and recommendations on commercial aspects, contract documents and approvals as required.
Provides expertise in contractual interpretation and provides guidance to team members in the management of change orders, timing, notifications, and dealing with disagreements; Monitors contract amendments to ensure they are issued in writing and that negotiation and discussions are recorded.
Effectively deals with significant commercial issues, including complex engineering, operational and business challenges to ensure the completion of key projects and strategies; monitors applicable regulations, codes and standards to ensure all legal obligations are met, or exceeded; facilitates collaboration and cooperation between stakeholders and external vendors to ensure project delivery and issues resolution.
Manages processes, controls and measures to support the commercial management strategy, monitors and ensures contract compliance.
Oversees and monitors progress of contracts to ensure that planning objectives are delivered on time and within budget, and that anticipated business results are achieved; monitors off-plan overages and exceptions; Manages the development of lessons learned to the benefit of Metrolinx on current and future contracts/agreements to reduce financial risk and liability.
Works in partnership with senior members of both internal and external legal counsel to ensure corporate documents reflect commercial management strategy and sound commercial principles.
Administers all construction contract costs to ensure proper monitoring, control and review against approved budgets and ensures that financial status is accurately reported by the project teams, including adherence to guidelines from sponsoring government bodies.
Supports regular commercial project reviews including project performance, contractual issues, risks, mitigation strategies and lessons learned;
Monitors policies, standards and commercial processes and procedures for compliance with corporate and regulatory criterion.
Manages and supports the development of contract documents, on behalf of the business unit and supports Metrolinx Legal Services to develop contract terms; In collaboration with Metrolinx Legal Services, provides guidance and support on Metrolinx’s and the business unit’s existing contract obligations.
Works collaboratively with senior officials and staff to develop collaborative approaches in defining requirements, addressing operational policy/project planning issues. Participates in senior management team meetings, presentations, and committees.
Support and participate in meetings with partners, clients, vendors, etc. to discuss performance, common issues, and develop solutions.