Contracts Manager

Team Construction; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Toronto is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee all contract management activities related to civil construction. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in contract management and strong negotiation skills, aiming to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. This role involves close collaboration with legal teams and functional supervision of contractors.

Qualifications

• Over ten years of contract management experience supporting construction projects.
• At least five years in subcontract administration and procurement.
• Strong understanding of contracting principles and legal terms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement contract management strategies.
• Liaise with in-house legal for contractual matters.
• Lead change management processes and contract close-out plans.

Skills

Contract management

Subcontract administration

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Accredited degree in Business, Construction Management, or Business Law

Tools

Contract Management software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Lotus Notes

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview

Reports to the Construction Director and will be responsible for providing oversight for all contract management activities on related to civil activities. The position requires the Contract Manager to report to the senior leadership on claims (upstream and downstream), subcontract management, reporting and monitoring changes against budgets.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Developing and implementing contract management strategies to manage Civil portion of the Construction Contract (upstream and downstream) and interface obligation of Civil JV with systems and operation and maintenance partners.
• Liaise closely with in-house legal counsel and provide direction on contractual matters to the construction team to ensure scopes of work align with the contractual obligations.
• Leads the design and implementation of an effective change management process and contract close-out plan that minimizes the time necessary to achieve Substantial Completion of contracts.
• Guides, mentors and provides functional supervision to Civil JV’s Contract Management team.
• Establishes and implements processes which enable early notification of claims, back charges or disputes.
• Provides support by assessing technical impact of claim and providing data to support and defend the Joint Venture position.
• Responsible for developing and implementing contract specific financial control, reporting routines and audit processes where required for high value and / or high-risk contracts types.
• Ensures compliance of all contract management related matters with project delivery system policies, legal and regulatory requirements, insurance, finance, tax, and health, safety and environmental (HSE) requirements.
• Manage the interfaces and ensuring effecting communication between the various functional areas within the Project as it relates to Systems partners, operations and maintenance partners, procurement of goods and services and the execution of all awarded subcontracts.
• Provides technical expertise to support the negotiations of major / complex subcontracts.
• Accountable for ensuring Civil JV contractors deliver and execute in accordance with terms of their obligations and scope of work.

Skills and Qualifications :

• Accredited degree or equivalent in Business, Construction Management, or Business Law
• Over ten (10) years of contract management, subcontract administration, and procurement experience supporting construction projects and at least five (5) years of work experience
• Experience developing negotiating contract terms and conditions specifically for contracts, construction, and professional services on a Lump Sum, Unit Price, and cost reimbursable basis
• Strong understanding of contracting principles and legal terms and conditions
• Experience in accurately formulating multiple compensation structures including, but not limited to, reimbursable cost, lump sum, and unit price
• Strong working knowledge of Contract or Construction Law
• Knowledge of Contract Management software
• Demonstrated strong and leadership skills with ability and desire to develop, mentor, and coach employees
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and self-motivated
• Excellent negotiating, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Excellent computer and software skills, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Lotus Notes, or Outlook