Director, Commercial Management

About the role

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, is hiring a Director, Commercial Management in Calgary. The role leads commercial strategy, contract and claims management, financial oversight and team leadership for large-scale mining and energy projects. It suits an experienced Commercial Director with 15+ years of experience looking for a new step.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with project objectives and client requirements
• Oversee administration of major contracts, subcontracts and supplier agreements, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions
• Identify, assess and mitigate commercial risks; lead claims preparation, negotiation and dispute resolution
• Support cost forecasting, cash flow management and commercial reporting with finance and project controls
• Manage commercial impacts of scope changes and variations, maintaining rigorous change control
• Act as the primary commercial interface with clients, partners and regulators, providing executive-level reporting
• Lead and mentor a team of contract administrators, quantity surveyors and commercial managers

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related field (Master's or MBA preferred)
• 15+ years in commercial management for large-scale mining or energy projects
• Proven track record in contract negotiation, claims management and dispute resolution on projects exceeding $1B
• Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement strategies and commercial risk management
• Familiarity with Fixed Price, Target Price, Unit Rate and other compensation models

What we offer

• 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents, including paramedical services
• Health spending account and RRSP option with company matching
• Annual learning and development budget and online learning tools
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year
• Vacation, flex and sick days, and a flexible hybrid work approach