Contracts Manager

Kongsberg Geospatial; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kongsberg Geospatial is seeking a Contracts Manager in Ottawa to oversee the full lifecycle of defense and government contracts. Responsibilities include managing contract compliance, collaborating with internal teams, and serving as the primary contact for federal agencies. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management. The offered salary ranges from $105,000 to $140,000 plus bonus, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in contract and financial management.
• Experience in contract management within Canadian defence, aerospace, or government sectors.
• Strong understanding of Canadian federal procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle from proposal to closeout.
• Interpret and apply Canadian defence procurement frameworks.
• Support bid activities including compliance matrices and pricing.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Client/stakeholder relationship management

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or contract law

Tools

EXOSTAR

WAWF

ARIBA

Job description

About Kongsberg Geospatial

Kongsberg Geospatial does challenging work that matters. We are an industry leading software company that has been delivering real-time geospatial technology solutions for Defence and Aerospace applications worldwide for over 30 years. Since 2006, we have been a wholly owned subsidiary of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace in Norway and we are an integral part of many key programs there, while representing the whole company in Canada. Externally, our technology is relied upon and trusted for a wide range of applications including air defense, search and rescue, drone delivery systems, and autonomous vehicle tracking. Our team members make a real impact in people's lives.

What We’re Looking For

The Contracts Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of defence and government contracts within the Canadian and US procurement environments. This role ensures compliance with federal regulations, supports major defence programs, and manages contractual risk across a portfolio of strategically important projects. You’ll work closely with internal teams, our related companies, subcontractors, and federal departments such as Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and the Department of National Defence (DND). The position requires on-site presence in the Ottawa office 5 days per week.

Duties

• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including proposal support, negotiation, award, execution, change management, and closeout.
• Draft, review, negotiate contracts and amendments, subcontracts, NDAs, teaming agreements, technical assistance agreements, MOUs, End User License Agreements and Maintenance & Support Agreements.
• Collaborate with legal (external), supply chain, engineering, finance, and program management to mitigate risks and ensure contractual obligations are understood and met.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contracting authorities, including PSPC, DND, and other federal agencies, as well as customers (external and internal) regarding contractual matters.
• Interpret and apply Canadian defence procurement frameworks, including PSPC Supply Manual requirements, Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) policy, and Controlled Goods Regulations.
• Support bid and proposal activities, including compliance matrices, preparation of pricing inputs and costing models, and risk assessments.
• Oversee the preparation of all customer quotes.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and ensure audit readiness in accordance with Canadian government standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual, financial, and schedule risks.
• Monitor contract performance and provide regular reporting to internal leadership.
• Ensure compliance with export controls (e.g. ITAR/EAR), security requirements, and CGP obligations.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in contract and financial management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or contract law or a combination of education/experience will be considered.
• Experience in contract management, preferably within the Canadian defence, aerospace, or government contracting sectors.
• Strong understanding of Canadian federal procurement processes and policies and Canada Standard Acquisition Clauses and Conditions, contract law principles and commercial terms.
• Experience in client /stakeholder relationship management.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating complex, high value contracts.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel including complex costing models.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated, security sensitive environment.
• Eligibility for Government of Canada security clearance and Controlled Goods clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with PSPC, DND, or other federal departments.
• Experience working with US Government systems such as EXOSTAR, WAWF, PIEE, ARIBA.
• Familiarity with ITB/offset requirements and Value Proposition frameworks.
• Knowledge of cost reimbursable, fixed price, and hybrid contract structures.
• Experience supporting major capital projects or long term in service support programs including complex costing models.
• Background in subcontract management or supplier negotiations.
• Experience with Export Compliance, the Contracts Security Program and the Controlled Goods Program.
• Familiarity with CMMC and its application to contracts.

Base salary range for this role is $105,000 - $140,000 + bonus. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors including job-related skills, experience, internal equity and relevant education or training.