Contract Administrator

Accenture; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage and coordinate contract activities across various projects. Ideal candidates will have at least 8 years of experience in contract or procurement management, along with an undergraduate degree in a relevant field. This role involves overseeing contract performance, managing team dynamics, and implementing commercial strategies to mitigate risks in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Contract or Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
• Holding recognized certification in Engineering, Contracts Management, Program Management, or Procurement Management.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate management and coordination of advanced contract administration activities.
• Lead the commercial team in performing contract management and administration.
• Monitor team performance and manage contract issues.

Skills

Commercial and Procurement Management

Contract Performance Evaluation

Risk Identification and Minimization

Supervision and Delegation

Problem-Solving Abilities

Negotiation

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Collaborative Work

Education

Undergraduate degree in Construction, Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, Finance, Logistics or Supply Management

Job description

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Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing integrated consulting solutions on complex capital projects, including Program and Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Technical Advisory, Construction Management, and Technology Integration Services. Our team thrives on embracing and navigating technical challenges within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Industrial and Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, and Buildings and Facilities markets. Our core focus is supporting project owners through collaborative and integrated partnerships to deliver projects that improve the world around us.

THE WORK:

(Internal Title: Contract Administration and Procurement III)

• Facilitate the management and coordination of advanced contract administration and procurement activities associated with contracts under various programs and projects
• Lead the commercial team members in performing commercial management and administration of contracts and procurements
• Manage team dynamics and performance-related issues including the review and approval of timesheets, vacation requests, employee evaluations, employee engagements, etc.
• Liaise with the client representatives on team performance and overall deliverable issues
• Develop new commercial plans, processes, or administration and reporting methods in consultation with all applicable stakeholders
• Determine the human and material resource requirements to successfully administer and manage procurements, contracts, or other commercial elements
• Formulate a resource allocation strategy and utilize this to distribute work against various contracts, claims, procurements, or other commercial issues
• Exercise authority in managing the work and controlling the management of contracts and procurements per the commercial and procurement management plans
• Monitor commercial and procurement staff performance to ensure excellence and adherence to specified deadlines, policies, and procedures
• Review and ensure adherence to the overall commercial terms, schedule, and budget
• Identify commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies and contingency plans through both the procurement and administration process of the contracts
• Track, analyze, and report on performance against commercial requirements, schedules, milestones, budgets, quality measures, and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), and address issues with corrective actions as appropriate
• Evaluate and assure contractual requirements and effectiveness by consulting with clients and commercial staff
• Consult with the assigned manager or higher to seek guidance and input during the key phases of the contract or project
• Complete any tasks assigned by the Contract Administration and Procurement IV or higher in an efficient and timely manner

Working Conditions

• Office-based (3 days in office)

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Contract or Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in relevant field of Construction, Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, Finance, Logistics or Supply Management

Licenses OR Certifications:

• Holding recognized certification in specified fields of Engineering, Contracts Management, Program Management, or Procurement Management including project management certification - PMI (Project Management Institute), Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certificate Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) or equivalent. PMP (Project Management Professional)

Skills and Competencies:

• In-depth understanding of prevailing Commercial and Procurement Management methods
• Thorough knowledge of tools and metrics needed to evaluate contract performance
• Excellent competency in identifying and minimizing risks
• Ability to detect and capitalize on others' strengths
• Strong supervision, delegation, and capacity development
• Efficient to effectively lead mid-sized multi-discipline contracts teams
• Fundamental skills to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office
• Proficient in Project Management software
• Excellent reading and language comprehension
• Readiness to continue professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies in Commercial Management, Procurement, and Project Management software
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate favorable terms under contracts
• Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership
• Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities
• Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)
• Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting and Project Management

• Industries

  Rail Transportation and Civil Engineering

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