Commercial Risk Manager, EPC & Contracts

Accountabilities:

• • Develop, maintain, and ensure compliance with commercial and risk management processes, including conducting periodic process audits and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Support senior leadership with market research covering customer segments, competitive dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and strategic opportunities within battery energy storage and related markets.
  • Identify, assess, and manage technical and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-contract negotiations through post-contract execution.
  • Develop and promote practical risk mitigation strategies that enable leadership teams to make informed, timely commercial decisions.
  • Develop and refine pricing strategies that balance commercial opportunities with the organization’s risk appetite and broader go-to-market objectives.
  • Review and validate the accuracy and completeness of commercial and engineering information captured through the Risk Passport and related CRM systems.
  • Develop, maintain, and manage project Risk Passports and approval Delegation of Authority frameworks.
  • Represent the risk function in senior and headquarters-level risk reviews, presenting proposal details and key commercial considerations clearly to facilitate effective decision-making.
  • Provide business leadership with detailed analysis of external transaction risks and recommendations for mitigation.
  • Support commercial teams and execution stakeholders during complex contract negotiations and high-stakes commercial decisions.
  • Help strengthen governance, risk visibility, and consistency across international projects and contracting activities.

  Requirements:

  • Significant experience in commercial management, contract management, risk management, or a related discipline within complex project environments.
  • Demonstrated experience negotiating large-scale, high-value contracts, including non-standard commercial and contractual positions.
  • Strong understanding of commercial risk assessment, mitigation strategies, contract governance, and project-related decision-making.
  • Proven ability to break down complex problems, develop creative and commercially sound solutions, and guide teams through high-stakes decisions.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to advise senior leadership and translate complex commercial or risk topics into clear recommendations.
  • Experience working across international markets, with an understanding of different contracting practices, commercial norms, and regulatory environments.
  • Previous experience in the renewable energy sector is highly desirable; battery energy storage systems (BESS) experience is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with bonds, insurance requirements, compliance reporting, and related contractual risk mechanisms is an asset.
  • Strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and ability to balance commercial growth objectives with risk appetite and governance requirements.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with sales, commercial, engineering, project execution, and leadership teams in a fast-paced environment.

  Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation of approximately $175,000–$225,000 CAD per year, plus an annual bonus, with the range adjusted according to local currency and location.
  • Remote work flexibility for eligible employees.
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale renewable energy and battery storage projects with global impact.
  • Professional training and development opportunities to support continued career growth.
  • Opportunities for advancement and internal career mobility within a growing international organization.
  • Flexible work options designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with international commercial, engineering, sales, and project teams.
  • Inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace committed to considering qualified candidates fairly.