Commercial Manager - Major Projects

Company Description

We are Chandos

We exist to build a better world.

Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability in all that we do. Our three missions guide our daily work and help us achieve our purpose and vision. And the way we behave as we work towards these ambitious goals is to embrace and champion inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and courage.

We are 100 per cent employee-owned, and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do.

Every employee has a financial stake in the company’s performance. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested—literally—it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support.

We look for team members who are gritty, accountable, and driven — with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose, you think like an entrepreneur and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations.

Job Description

If you’re a commercial leader who thrives in complexity, owns outcomes, and brings the grit and judgment required to deliver major infrastructure work, this is the role where you’ll make an impact.

We’re looking for a Commercial Manager who can lead the commercial strategy on a large‑scale, highly regulated project. Someone who understands how projects are built, how contracts behave under pressure, and how to protect value while enabling teams to succeed. If you’re decisive, proactive, and comfortable navigating technical, contractual, and stakeholder complexity -  you’ll fit right in.

This is an active opportunity for a high‑calibre commercial professional ready to step into a role with real influence.

• Lead the Commercial Team and set the commercial strategy for a major project.
• Manage Change Orders end‑to‑end, producing rigorous, evidence‑based commercial cases for entitlement, pricing, and claims.
• Chair or participate in risk, trend, and change control forums.
• Lead claim management and dispute resolution with clarity and confidence.
• Identify and execute strategies that enhance project profitability.
• Ensure contract and procedural compliance across all commercial activities.
• Advise on contract negotiations and commercial positioning.
• Provide proactive commercial guidance to project leadership, engineering, construction, and procurement.
• Work closely with Construction Managers, Superintendents, Safety, Quality, and Project Controls to assess design changes and constructability impacts.
• Support executive‑level reporting and commercial presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Travel to the remote project site in Ontario for approximately one week per month (expenses reimbursed).

Qualifications

Must‑Have Requirements

These are non‑negotiable and required for success in the role.

• 8+ years of direct experience in a project role with a mid‑size to large general contractor
• Commercial/Contract management experience in a complex project environment
• Strong understanding of complex contracts
• Proficiency in cost estimation, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, and reporting
• Proficient in contract management and negotiation
• Solid understanding of construction trades, safety, and construction techniques
• Knowledge of construction industry trends and regulations
• University degree in a construction‑related field, or equivalent experience
• Major project experience on projects valued at $1B+
• Ability to travel frequently to local and off‑site project locations, supported by a valid driver’s licence
• Ability to meet federal security clearance requirements for work on a nuclear project, including three consecutive years of verifiable residency in Canada or another country recognized under the project’s security framework
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to achieve results through collaboration
• Strong mentorship and coaching capability
• High level of self‑awareness, an entrepreneurial mindset, and established personal values
• Ability to thrive in a highly regulated, technically complex project environment

Strong Assets

These significantly strengthen a candidate’s profile and are highly preferred.

• Experience working on nuclear, industrial, or other highly regulated major projects
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex project governance and compliance environments
• Experience leading teams or acting as a senior commercial or project lead on large‑scale infrastructure projects

If you see yourself in this role - and you meet the bar - we’d like to hear from you. 

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process. 

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
• Regular company-wide engagement opportunities

Vacancy Status

We are actively recruiting for this position.

AI Disclosure

Although Chandos’ applicant tracking system has the technical capability to support AI features, our recruitment process does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by qualified human reviewers.

Compensation Transparency

Expected salary band for this role is (depending on experience):

$160,000 to upwards of $180,000

The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience. This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we’ll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.