Contract Specialist - Prince Rupert, BC | Fly-In Fly-Out

VANCOUVER PILE DRIVING LTD.; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-Month Project Assignment

Fly-In / Fly-Out (14/7)

Company-Paid Travel

Company-Provided Accommodations

Professional Development

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. is seeking a Contract Specialist for a 12-month fly-in fly-out assignment on a major AltaGas project in Prince Rupert, BC. The incumbent will manage contracts from tender to close-out, lead subcontract administration, and ensure commercial compliance across teams.

The role requires 5–10 years in construction contracts, strong negotiation and drafting skills, and experience with CCDC/CCA documents. Travel and accommodations are company-paid.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of contract administration, subcontract management, or commercial experience within a construction environment.
• Strong understanding of construction contract formation and administration.
• Experience with CCDC Contracts, CCA Standard Documents, Service Agreements, and Subcontract Agreements.

Responsibilities

• Provide contractual support and advice to project teams, management, and estimating personnel.
• Review, analyze, and administer project contracts and related documents (leases, NDAs, rental agreements).
• Identify contractual risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain standardized contractual language and processes.
• Support management of claims, disputes, contract changes, and commercial negotiations.
• Ensure contractual obligations are communicated to subcontractors and vendors.
• Coordinate with estimating during tender phases to review requirements.
• Support insurance, bonding, and compliance requirements.
• Act as liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders during negotiations and execution.
• Manage full lifecycle of major subcontracts from planning through close-out.
• Prepare bid packages and RFQs; analyze quotations and coordinate evaluations.
• Participate in subcontractor negotiations and close-out activities.
• Verify insurance, bonding, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Contract administration

Subcontract management

Negotiation

Drafting & proofreading

Communication skills

Risk management

Knowledge of CCDC/CCA contracts

Insurance & bonding knowledge

Education

Degree, diploma, or certificate in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Law, Supply Chain, or related discipline

Job description

Contract Specialist - Prince Rupert, BC | Fly-In Fly-Out

Operations and Major/Core Projects Full Time North Vancouver, BC

12-Month Contract | Major AltaGas Project

Prince Rupert, BC | Fly-In Fly-Out (14 Days On / 7 Days Off)

Travel & Accommodations Provided

Build Your Career With One of BC's Leading Marine Construction Companies

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. (VanPile), a proud member of the Carlson Construction Group, has been delivering complex marine, heavy civil, and industrial construction projects since 1913. Our success is built on our core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability, and Professionalism.

We are currently seeking an experienced Contract Specialist to support a major AltaGas Project in Prince Rupert, BC. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing project team and play a critical role in contract administration, subcontract management, risk mitigation, and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle.

This position is offered as a 12-month fly-in fly-out contract on a 14 days on / 7 days off rotation, with company-paid travel and accommodations provided.

The Opportunity

As a Contract Specialist, you will provide contractual guidance and commercial support to project management, estimating, operations, accounting, and executive leadership teams. You will be responsible for managing contracts from tender through close-out, identifying and mitigating contractual risks, supporting subcontract procurement activities, and ensuring compliance with project and commercial requirements.

This role is ideal for a construction professional with strong contract administration experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced project environment and contributing to the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide contractual support and advice to project teams, management, and estimating personnel.
• Review, analyze, and administer project contracts, service agreements, purchase agreements, leases, NDAs, rental agreements, and commercial documents.
• Proactively identify contractual risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of standardized contractual language and commercial processes.
• Support the management of claims, disputes, contract changes, and commercial negotiations.
• Ensure contractual obligations are effectively communicated and flowed down to subcontractors and vendors.
• Assist with the review and administration of prime contracts and client agreements.
• Coordinate with estimating teams during tender phases to review contractual requirements.
• Support insurance, bonding, and commercial compliance requirements.
• Act as a liaison between internal project teams and external stakeholders during contract negotiation and execution.

Subcontract Management

• Manage the full lifecycle of major subcontracts from planning through close-out.
• Prepare bid packages and Requests for Quotation (RFQs).
• Analyze quotations and coordinate commercial evaluations.
• Participate in subcontractor negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Prepare subcontract agreements, amendments, and supporting documentation.
• Verify insurance, bonding, and compliance documentation requirements.
• Monitor subcontract performance and contractual deliverables.
• Review progress billings, change orders, claims, and back charges.
• Support subcontract close-out, holdback release, and final payment processes.

Commercial Support

• Assist with subcontractor and vendor prequalification programs.
• Coordinate with engineering, scheduling, construction, accounting, and project controls teams.
• Maintain accurate contract records and project documentation.
• Support the continuous improvement of commercial processes and systems across VanPile's project portfolio.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• 5-10 years of contract administration, subcontract management, or commercial experience within a construction environment.
• Strong understanding of construction contract formation and administration.
• Experience working with:
• CCDC Contracts
• CCA Standard Documents
• Service Agreements
• Subcontract Agreements
• Knowledge of construction insurance, bonding, and risk management practices.
• Experience supporting major industrial, marine, heavy civil, infrastructure, or energy projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional negotiation, drafting, proofreading, and document management abilities.

Preferred

• Degree, diploma, or certificate in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Law, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• Experience working on large-scale industrial or energy projects.
• Knowledge of project controls, claims management, and commercial risk mitigation.

What Will Make You Successful

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent attention to detail

Exceptional organizational and prioritization abilities

A proactive and solutions-focused mindset

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Sound judgment and professional integrity

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced project environment

Commitment to ethical business practices and confidentiality

Strong collaboration and communication skills across all levels of an organization

$90,000 - $120,000 per year

Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, internal equity, and Carlson Construction Group compensation practices.

Additional Benefits

• 12-Month Project Assignment
• Fly-In / Fly-Out Rotation (14/7)
• Company-Paid Travel
• Company-Provided Accommodations
• Opportunity to Support a Major AltaGas Infrastructure Project
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
• Work With One of BC's Most Respected Marine Construction Companies

Accommodation Requests

Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] and indicate the position and location you are applying for.