Contracts Professional

BC Hydro; Vernon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 paid vacation days

Flexible work model

Training and development courses

Job summary

BC Hydro is seeking a Distribution Contract Professional to manage vegetation service contracts and oversee contractor performance across planned, unplanned and design work. The role supports safety, quality and reliability while coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet timelines and budgets.

Ideal candidates bring forestry or environmental qualifications, professional registration, and at least four years of utility vegetation experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma as stated and professional registration within two years of hire.
• Completion of in-house courses on contract administration and environmental issues.
• Four years of experience in utility vegetation management or forestry vegetation management.
• Must hold a valid Class 5 driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Handle contract administration for planned, unplanned and design vegetation work.
• Oversee contractor performance, safety, compliance and milestones.
• Allocate work to contractors and internal staff to optimize resources.
• Engage stakeholders including First Nations, government bodies and communities.
• Support safety audits and continuous improvement in processes.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Forestry / Resource Management / Environmental Sciences / Biology

Diploma in Forestry / Horticulture / Environmental studies

ABCFP registration or eligible

ISA Certified Arborist and Certified Utility Specialist

Job description

Employment type: Permanent

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk)

No. of positions: 1

About the job:

What you’ll do

The Distribution Contract Professional will report to the Manager, Distribution Vegetation and is accountable for managing the contract functions related to the efficient delivery of distribution vegetation services (Planned, Unplanned and Design), managing contractor performance, and compliance as well as realizing strategic benefits. This position oversees the assignment of work to contractors, consultants, and internal staff, and ensures the implementation of policies, procedures, and standards for the completion of vegetation work.

As the Contract Professional (CP), Your accountabilities, for Planned, Unplanned and Design work, will include contract administration and oversight, supporting the business’ requirements for quality, safety and reliability, understanding the capacity of individual contractors, and supporting the development of new and emerging contractors.

You will ensure BC Hydro meets guaranteed work volume commitments for area contractors and that the work assigned to these contractors is adequate and appropriate to meet BC Hydro strategic goals and annual plans. You will track that area contractors are meeting their performance responsibilities including, but not limited to, work execution and quality, safety, contract specifications, and work milestones. You will allocate and reassign work to ensure the optimal use of contractor resources. You will manage and sign off on variances and equitable adjustments as required.

You will work with clients to provide input and influence on programs and projects, educate managers on estimating practices and tools, and ensure Vegetation Management and contractors have the time and information required to complete the project on time and on budget. You will track the lifecycle of large and/or complex projects over time to enlist resources to ensure project information is provided appropriately.

You will manage internal and external stakeholder relationships including First Nations, Provincial, and Municipal governments. You will facilitate the resolution of issues with landowners, regulators, local communities, and special interest groups, seeking counsel and advice from Integrated Planning, Finance, Procurement, Environment, and Legal Services as needed. You have expertise in managing multiple stakeholders across multiple projects.

You will support a safety culture and conduct workplace audits and Safe Work Observations to ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and all other contractual obligations. You will identify efficiency opportunities, risks and required mitigations, and provide inputs to contractor reviews.

The ideal candidate is highly motivated to achieve results for BC Hydro, support the success of their peer teams, and build lasting, progressive contractor relationships.

What you bring

Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry, Resource Management, Environmental Sciences or Biology; or Diploma in Forestry, Horticulture or Environmental studies from an Institute of Technology or equivalent experience.

Registered with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals (ABCFP) or must be eligible for registration and register with the ABCFP within two (2) months of hire and complete requirements within two (2) years of registration; OR registered with the International Society of Arboriculture as a Certified Arborist and as a Certified Utility Specialist.

Requires completion of a variety of in-house courses related to contract administration and environmental issues and specific applications/systems; or must be completed within three (3) months of starting in the role.

Four (4) years of experience working in utility vegetation management or in the field of forestry vegetation management.

Proven leadership capabilities to manage and develop contractor relationships and skills to build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Must hold a valid class five (5) driver's license.

What we offer

A minimum of 15 paid vacation days

Flexible work model, depending on your role type

Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role requirements specified in the updated M&P TIR policy. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.

This position may require occasional travel around the Region along with occasional overnight stays.

A condition of employment in this role is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver's License in good standing. Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.