Senior Advisor, Commercial Management

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.This role is an in‑office position based at our 2 Queen Street East location. Our team is highly collaborative, and much of our work benefits from in‑person co‑creation, relationship‑building, and hands‑on partnership with leaders across the organization.Our Capital Projects Group (CPG) 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 Commercial Management team within CPG Rapid Transit are looking for a Senior Advisors, Commercial Management to join the Ontario Line team! You will provide oversight and strategic advice of commercial management and decision-making support, including coordination across the Ontario Line Program. This role is an in-office position (5 days per week) based at our 2 Queen st East, Toronto location.What will I be doing? Develop and implement comprehensive strategies, methodologies, tools and techniques for commercial management excellence and continuous improvement. Develop presentations, memos, and reports based on analytical findings to support planning, strategic initiatives, and decision-making by Commercial Management leadership. Provide guidance and interpretation of contractual submissions to Commercial Management and Project Delivery Leads with regards to contractual adherence, legislative adherence, while ensuring alignment with Metrolinx’s policies. Interpret and clarify contractual terms and conditions, in collaboration with Legal Services, which appear unclear or contradictory to the vendor and/or Metrolinx. Provide advice and consultation to Commercial Management team and officials on governance issues, aligned with internal policy requirements. Analyze project, program or portfolio-related processes and procedures, and develop and implements streamlined solutions for identified inefficiencies or inconsistencies. Develop and implement strategies, tools and techniques for commercial management excellence and continuous improvement and recommends commercial strategies consistent with overall strategic goals of the division and enterprise. Prepare, research, and challenge / review information prior to dissemination to ensure quality control, consistency, and flow of information. Collaborates with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to coordinate information requests, develop progress updates, and manage the distribution of information. Excels in stakeholder management to develop and maintain a strong network with internal and external partners to coordinate projects, set priorities, and share best practices. What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need? Completion of a degree in Business, Law, Applied Science, Engineering, or a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent. Demonstrated experience supporting the development and administration of contracts, managing timely flow of information along with stakeholder interaction, interface risks, developing terms and conditions, quotations, negotiations, procurement, acquisitions, and dispute resolutions. Strong critical thinking skills and aptitude for governance and process, including analyzing and developing commercial templates, processes, and strategies an asset. Proactive / self-starter with strong time-management skills and attention to detail. Project management to plan, organize, and coordinate internal and external resources engaged in project activities to meet timelines, budget limitations, and adhere to quality control standards and best practices. Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Contract Management Software (Unifier) and Visio Strong influencing/negotiating as well as political acumen capabilities to deal with a variety of stakeholders, agencies, and staff to ensure successful outcomes and achieve goals. Analytical skills to analyze business needs and identify and assess project risks and impacts on company reputation and develop recommendations for corrective action. Interpersonal and strong oral/written/presentation communication skills to develop reports and presentations based on analytical findings. Don’t Meet Every Requirement? If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.AccommodationWe value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: View phone number on ca.snapjobsearch.com or email View email address on ca.snapjobsearch.com .Application ProcessAll applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.