Contract Specialist

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Winnipeg seeks a Purchasing Agent 2 to deliver procurement services and oversee contract administration. The ideal candidate has post-secondary education in business or supply chain management and extensive experience in procurement processes. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential. This full-time role offers an annual salary between CAD 64,645 and CAD 79,416.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience preparing and issuing public tenders for construction.
• Experience in procurement processes and contract management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver procurement and contract administration services.
• Research, analyze, and provide recommendations for procurement policies.
• Support procurement needs for various environmental programs.

Skills

Excellent written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong planning and analytical skills

Effective verbal communication

Negotiation skills

Education

Post secondary education in business or supply chain management

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

PA2 Purchasing Agent 2 — Regular/full-time, Environment and Climate Change, Environmental Programs and Remediation, Environmental Stewardship Division, Winnipeg, MB. Advertisement Number: 44591. Salary: PA2 $64,645.00 - $79,416.00 per year. Closing Date: October 2, 2025.

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Duties

The Contract Specialist is responsible for delivering procurement and contract administration services across the Environmental Programs and Remediation branch while ensuring that policies, procedures and guidelines are being followed. The incumbent is also responsible for researching, analyzing and providing recommendations for procurement policy, and creating process development and improvement to reduce risk exposure and improve processes.

This position supports all procurement needs for the Orphaned and Abandoned Mines program, the Environmental Liabilities Site program, the Logistics and Operations program, and the Quarry Rehabilitation program. Examples of common procurement needs include: engineering, consultant, construction, construction supervision, specialized equipment, environmental monitoring, site assessments, archeological assessment or site support, environmental sampling, or contracts for the use of technology (LIDAR, Drone Survey, 3D Imaging etc.).

Responsibilities

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must be able to travel to construction sites within Manitoba - occasional visits to work sites within the province by ground, water or air, which may require overnight stays (possibly in a camp environment).

Qualifications

Essential:

• Completion of post secondary education in business, supply chain management or related field. A combination of education and procurement experience related to construction projects may be considered.
• Extensive work experience preparing and issuing public tenders for construction and goods and services including interviewing, negotiating, evaluating and awarding contracts.
• Experience in procurement, insurance and risk management processes, competitive bid and contract laws, and applicable lien and trade acts.
• Experience administering contracts and supplier performance management programs.
• Experience adhering to and enforcing procurement policies, procedures, and contract obligations.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to create professional and accurate reports, notes, memos and other documentation.
• Effective verbal communication with experience providing advice to stakeholders with differing backgrounds and interests.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflict, negotiate, facilitate and work as part of a team.
• Strong planning, research and analytical skills to identify and integrate relevant information to determine appropriate course of action/outcomes.

Desired:

• Certification in Construction Contract Administrator designation from CSC.
• Experience with SAP, Masterpiece, Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint.
• Knowledge of Category Management and Demand Planning Analysis.
• Ability to communicate in French, both verbally and in writing.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must be able to travel to construction sites within Manitoba - occasional visits to work sites within the province by ground, water or air, which may require overnight stays (possibly in a camp environment).

How to Apply

Apply to: Advertisement # 44591

Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

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When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.