ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001. Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects. Currently involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates. www.acciona.ca
Job Description
The Subcontract Coordinator is responsible for managing all contractual aspects of a rail construction project, ensuring compliance with contract terms, applicable legislation and project requirements. The role oversees a small team of contract administrators and supports successful project delivery by mitigating contractual risk, managing claims and coordinating closely with the Subcontracts Manager, project managers, project controls, procurement and construction and technical teams to ensure all subcontractors comply with contractual obligations, schedule, quality and health and safety standards.
Contract Administration Compliance
Ensure subcontracts, supplier agreements and consultant agreements are administered in accordance with project requirements
Interpret contract documents and provide guidance to administrators and project teams to ensure compliance with contract terms, technical specifications, drawings, schedules and applicable law and regulations
Change Management & Claims
Manage change orders, variations, and contract modifications, including pricing, schedule impacts, and approvals
Support preparation, evaluation, and negotiation of claims, disputes, and time extensions
Maintain detailed records to support entitlement and defend against claims
Risk & Commercial Management
Identify contractual and commercial risks and recommend mitigation strategies
Monitor contractor performance, contractual and team KPIs
Support commercial forecasting and cost control related to contract obligations
Stakeholder Coordination
Coordinate with engineering, construction, scheduling, cost control, and procurement teams
Participate in project meetings and provide contractual input on key decisions
Reporting & Documentation
Maintain accurate contract files, correspondence, and registers (changes, claims, RFIs, notices)
Ensure administrators are tracking key contractual dates, milestones, and notice requirements
Review contract status reports for management and project leadership
Required Skills and Competencies
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business, or related field
5+ years of contract management experience on major infrastructure or rail construction projects
Strong knowledge of construction contracts
Understanding of rail project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CM/GC, PPP)
Experience administering change orders, claims, and dispute resolution processes
Preferred Qualifications
Experience on rail, transit, or transportation infrastructure projects
Familiarity with government-funded or public-sector rail projects
Professional certifications (CCM, CPCM, PMP, MRICS)
Key Skills & Competencies
Contract interpretation and negotiation
Claims and change management
Risk analysis and commercial judgment
Strong written and verbal communication
Attention to detail and document control
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-contractor environment
Reporting Structure
Reports to: Subcontracts Manager
Works closely with Commercial Legal, Procurement, Engineering, and Construction teams
Work Environment
Field-office and office-based role on an active rail construction site
May require travel between job sites, depots, and client offices.
Total compensation for this role includes an annual salary in the range of $75k - $110k depending on working experience, education, and certifications, benefits, vacation pay, sick pay, training , and RSP matching contribution.
We are committed to creating an accessible and barrier‑free recruitment process and workplace. If you need any accommodation through the process, please email [email protected]
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.
