Analyst, Contract Management

Alto; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Wellness accounts

Flex-Alto account

RRSP/TFSA

Vacation based on experience

Incentive compensation

Flexible hybrid work mode

Job summary

Alto is seeking an Analyst, Contract Management to support contract administration for the Co-Development Phase with Cadence, coordinating change orders, KPI monitoring, and contractual communications.

You will work with cross-functional teams, advise on contract interpretation, and prepare dashboards and reports for leadership, focusing on risk mitigation and compliance in Canada's high-speed rail project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, engineering, law, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of contract administration on complex projects.
• Strong organizational, document control, and record-keeping abilities.
• Proven stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal English; French is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to manage contractual obligations and align with project objectives.
• Implement change management procedures, including change orders, variations, and claims.
• Monitor KPI’s and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Draft, issue, and manage contractual correspondence.
• Review contractor payments and ensure proper deductions and approvals.
• Identify contractual risks and ensure regulatory compliance with internal stakeholders.
• Support evaluation of schedule impacts related to performance and change events.
• Conduct contract analysis to support future agreement strategies with Cadence.
• Develop dashboards, maintain logs, and prepare reports for leadership.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Business Administration

Engineering

Law

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge? We are looking for an Analyst, Contract Management.

The role

As part of the Commercial team, and reporting to the Contract Manager, the Analyst, Contract Management, plays a crucial role in supporting Alto’s contract administration function, with a particular focus on the Pre-Development Agreement (Contract) that governs the Co-Development Phase. During this phase, Alto and Cadence, the preferred private developer partner, collaborate to advance the project design, engage in consultations with local communities, rightsholders, and stakeholders, and secure a positive Impact Assessment decision, among other activities. Key responsibilities include advising teams on contract interpretation, ensuring adherence to contractual terms and conditions, and delivering analytical insights to enhance contract performance. This role thrives on collaboration, working closely with cross-functional teams to align strategies, resolve challenges, and unlock value. It also involves engaging with Cadence when needed to drive shared outcomes.

The Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to manage contractual obligations, support project delivery and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Implement and administer change management procedures, including identification, validation, negotiation, and documentation of change orders, variations, and claims.
• Monitor contractor’s key performance indicators (KPI’s) and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Draft, issue, and manage contractual correspondence, including notices, change directives, and formal communications.
• Review contractor payments, verify compliance with contractual terms, and ensure proper deductions and approvals.
• Support identifying contractual risks and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and project requirements, working with internal stakeholders to mitigate risks.
• Support evaluation of schedule impacts related to contractor’s performance and change events.
• Conduct contract analysis to support team interactions with Cadence and future agreement strategies.
• Develop dashboards, maintain logs, including correspondence and deliverables, and prepare reports and presentations to inform the leadership on contract-related activities.

The Requirements

• Business Administration degree, Engineering, Law or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in contract administration on complex projects.
• Strong organizational, document control, and record-keeping capabilities to ensure complete and auditable contract files.
• Proven stakeholder management and collaboration skills across project teams, contractors, and clients.
• Proficiency in MS Office skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. French is a strong asset.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.