Assistant Manager, Finance & Commercial Risk

Overview

Assist in leading finance and commercial risk functions for a construction district.

Key Responsibilities

• risk mitigation
• financial analysis
• contract negotiation
• insurance management
• audit oversight
• strategic planning

Tasks

-Leads efforts with operations to develop mitigation strategies for risks and cost deviations. -Partners with the Manager Finance and Commercial Risk in providing guidance on owner contracts and subcontracts. -Leads the interpretation, negotiation, and approval of deviations from existing supplier, subcontractor, and consultant forms. -Partner with Manager Finance and Commercial Risk and operations staff on district strategy to achieve financial and strategic priorities. -Proactively monitors project and district receivables and cash position. -Provide the District with financial and commercial risk training. -Partners with Manager Finance and Commercial Risk in Supporting pursuits and project teams to ensure risks and opportunities are identified, communicated, and managed effectively. -Evaluate and ensure insurance, bonding, and other performance securities are being met to satisfy contract and corporate requirements. -Evaluate potential joint venture partner financial capability. -Assist the Manager Finance and Commercial Risk in developing an overall risk profile for the District and develop strategies for effective financing and risk management. -Leads yearly planning process and partners with the Manager Finance and Commercial Risk to drive ownership and accountability for achieving results. -Mentor and coach direct and indirect reports, which may include accounting manager, accountants, administrative assistants, and payroll. -Provide the Manager Finance and Commercial Risk with proactive analysis, feedback, and input on project performance. -Verify owner funding sources to ensure adequate financing exists for new projects and collaborate with operations to mitigate financial risks through course of construction. -Drives with Senior Leadership the analysis of the District’s financial results with respect to profits, trends, costs, and compliance with project and administrative budgets. -Assist the Manager Finance and Commercial Risk with managing all financial and business-related issues. -Oversee and provide guidance with respect to owner audits, owner or subcontractor claims, or other project related financial issues. -Oversees the preparation of insurance, subcontract default insurance, and/or legal claims.

Requirements

• risk management
• negotiation
• accounting
• bachelor's
• supervisory
• construction

What You Bring

-Advanced knowledge of bid and contract securities and insurance and they relate to risk management, claims management, pricing, and accounting -Intermediate risk evaluation, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking -Proven ability to collaborate and build relationships -Good written and oral communication skills -Experience in the construction industry preferred -Advanced knowledge of accounting procedures and protocols, budget administration and financial forecasting, analysis, and reporting -Effective problem-solver and decision-maker -Intermediate ability to draft, review, and negotiate various forms of contract language+ -Proactive, self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance -5+ years of supervisory experience involving managing the Accounting department -6+ years of accounting experience

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About Pcl Construction

-With a strong presence in North America and beyond, PCL delivers large-scale projects spanning multiple sectors. -The company is known for taking on complex, high-profile projects that challenge the limits of construction innovation. -Typical projects include hospitals, airports, skyscrapers, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities. -Their work includes projects in diverse sectors such as transportation, energy, utilities, and residential developments. -PCL is often at the forefront of cutting-edge construction technologies and project management strategies. -A unique aspect of PCL’s approach is its collaborative culture, fostering a team-based atmosphere where every member contributes to success.

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