Supervisor, Contracts and Initiatives

Date: July 8 2026

Location:Toronto ON Hybrid

Requisition ID: 21133

Status:Regular

Business Unit:Legal Resources and Corporate Governance

Grade/Band: MP6

Shift Work: No

Annual Pay Range: For standard 35-hour work week

Step 1:$126308 to Step 10: $180388

The successful candidate will be placed at the appropriate step within the salary grade/band based on relevant years of experience and other applicable considerations.

Why join us

The IESO is committed to ensuring Ontarios electricity system meets the provinces needs today and into the future. We are charged with purpose delivering reliable affordable and sustainable electricity for homes businesses and communities across the province. We are energized to grow embracing opportunities to shape the future of a dynamic and evolving energy sector while advancing our careers. We are powered by teamwork supported by diverse and passionate colleagues who foster respect celebrate successes and thrive on shared achievements. At the IESO its not just what we doits who we are!

Who we are

Our central role includes managing the provincial power grid in real-time overseeing and evolving Ontarios electricity market engaging with government municipalities and Indigenous communities and planning for Ontarios future electricity needs. Our employees play a key role in driving grid innovation protecting the system from threats advancing the provinces energy conservation programs and forecasting and procuring the electricity resources well need in the decades to come.

This is a unionized position that falls within the Legal Resources and Corporate Governance Business Unit.

What makes this role exciting

The energy sector is rapidly evolving offering exciting new opportunities for those who want to make a difference.

As Supervisor Contracts and Initiatives you will play a key role in managing and optimizing Ontarios electricity generation contract portfolio helping to ensure a reliable affordable and sustainable electricity system for the province. You will lead a team of professionals oversee complex commercial relationships and provide strategic advice on contract management procurement initiatives and electricity generation matters that have significant operational and financial impacts.

What youll do

In this role youll make a meaningful impact by contributing to the IESO team and supporting the electricity needs of the province through:

• Leading coaching and developing a high-performing team responsible for contract management due dilgence governance commercial analysis and strategic supplier and stakeholder engagement
• Managing a portfolio of electricity generation and transmission contracts ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and achieving value for Ontario ratepayers
• Leading negotiations dispute resolution activities and contract amendments involving complex technical commercial and operational matters
• Advising senior leadership on electricity generation issues contract strategy risk management and emerging industry developments
• Driving strategic initiatives process improvements and contract management best practices that enhance operational efficiency and business outcomes
• Representing the IESO in building and managing strategic relationships with contract counterparties government agencies industry stakeholders consultants and sector partners to advance organizational objectives and support

Right now/recently this position was part of:

• Supporting the management and optimization of Ontarios electricity generation contract portfolio to ensure long-term system reliability and value for electricity consumers
• Leading financial and technical reviews to assess the prudency of forecasted and actual project costs providing strategic recommendations that support sound decision-making financial stewardship and risk mitigation
• Advancing process improvements and contract management practices that strengthen oversight governance and operational effectiveness across the electricity sector

Role Requirements

Our team consists of experts from diverse backgrounds each bringing their unique perspectives and skills.

To succeed in this role youll need:

• University degree in Engineering Business Economics Finance Law Energy Management or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management commercial negotiations project management or a related field including complex agreements negotiations and dispute resolution
• Demonstrated experience managing complex commercial agreements contracts negotiations and dispute resolution activities
• Strong knowledge of Ontarios electricity sector including electricity generation technologies market participants and industry practices
• Proven ability to build high-performing teams and foster collaboration across diverse stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes
• Demonstrated leadership in coaching performance management talent development and workforce planning to drive employee engagement and organizational effectiveness
• Strong analytical and financial acumen including the ability to assess risks evaluate alternatives and make sound business recommendations
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with senior stakeholders contract counterparties consultants and government agencies
• Excellent verbal written presentation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex technical and commercial information to diverse audiences
• Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives managing multiple projects and competing priorities in a complex and fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to resolve complex contractual operational and stakeholder issues

Assets

• Knowledge of IESO-administered markets IESO Market Rules and Ontario Energy Board regulatory frameworks
• Experience with electricity generation facilities resource adequacy programs conservation and demand management initiatives or procurement projects
• Knowledge of environmental approvals permitting requirements and sustainability considerations related to electricity generation

How We Support You

From a comprehensive total rewards program to dynamic learning and development opportunitiesincluding job rotations to broaden your expertisewe empower you to define and shape your own success. When you join the IESO heres what you can expect:

• Best-in-class benefits and long-term support in the form of a defined benefit pension plan.
• Work in a dynamic and evolving sector that offers exciting opportunities and the chance to explore new career paths.
• Leadership that values meaningful discussions welcomes feedback and prioritizes career development.
• A strong inclusive culture and a collaborative team environment with a shared passion for impactful work.
• Compensation packages that are regularly reviewed to remain competitive and to best accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.

Deadline

July 22 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT.For future reference please save a copy of the job posting as it will no longer be available once the posting closes.

Thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that the successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to applicable background checks.

IESO will not conduct interviews or offer positions via online text chat or social media platforms. We will not gather personal information directly from candidates or potential candidates. Selected candidates will work with our Talent Acquisition team to ensure their application is processed.

The IESO currently has a 3-day in-office work week for applicable roles. Over the course of 2026 the IESO will advance plans to acquire additional office space to accommodate more in-office time. While the timeline for moving to a full 5-day in-office model has not yet been established we are committed to keeping employees and candidates informed as plans progress and give them as much advance notice as possible to prepare for any changes.

We believe in opportunities for everyone.

At the IESO we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting developing and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable and by creating an accessible and inclusive environmentone that values every team members unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to achieve their potential. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please let us know. Were proud to say weve been recognized as a supportive inclusive employer.

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