Director - Contract Administration - Industrial

Pomerleau; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with employer matching

Hybrid work model

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth opportunities

Transit pass reimbursement

4 weeks vacation

Job summary

Pomerleau in Montreal, QC, is seeking a Director of Contract Administration to lead the contract strategy and team across industrial projects. You will govern governance, risk management, and major contract decisions while acting as a project lead on site.

The role requires a decade of experience in industrial construction, strong leadership, and expert knowledge of the full contract lifecycle, including awards, execution, changes, and close-out.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in the industrial construction sector with administration of complex contracts.
• University degree in Engineering, Law, Construction Management, or relevant field.
• College diploma (DEC) in Civil Engineering Technology or related field with significant contract administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Define corporate contractual strategies and frameworks.
• Review and approve key contractual decisions.
• Advise Industrial leadership on major contractual issues.
• Define standards and templates aligned with corporate policies.
• Govern award processes with Procurement Director.
• Approve high-impact contract strategies.
• Supervise contract performance across the sector.
• Report to executive management and manage contract changes.
• Arbitrate major disputes and manage contractual risk.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Risk management

Negotiation

Communication

Project oversight

Education

Engineering

Law

Construction Management

Civil Engineering Technology (DEC)

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Job Description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

The Director of Contract Administration defines, governs, and oversees the contract administration strategy and team across all industrial projects. They act as a decision-making authority and leader for the contract administration function, ensuring corporate consistency, overall performance, and management of major contractual risks, while also acting as a Team Lead on a day-to-day project basis

What you will do

Initial Preparation and Coordination

• Define corporate contractual strategies and frameworks
• Review and approve key contractual decisions
• Advise the Industrial leadership team on major contractual issues

Contract Award and Start-Up

• Define contractual standards and templates aligned with corporate policies
• Ensure governance of award processes in collaboration with the Procurement Director
• Approve high-impact contract strategies

Contract Execution Oversight

• Supervise overall contract performance across the sector
• Ensure consistency of practices across all projects
• Report to executive management
• Ensure proper administrative management of contract changes

Claims, Disputes, and Compliance

• Arbitrate major and strategic disputes
• Define the framework for contractual risk management
• Ensure corporate and legal compliance
• Serve as the main point of contact with the Legal Department for supplier and subcontractor matters

Contract Close-Out

• Approve sensitive contract closures
• Define standards for contract reporting and archiving
• Lead post-project continuous improvement initiatives

Collaboration and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Provide hierarchical and functional leadership to the Contract Administration team
• Represent the function at executive committees
• Define and continuously improve corporate processes, tools, and practices

This role could be for you if you have

• 10 years of experience in the industrial construction sector, including substantial experience in the administration and management of complex contracts
• University degree in Engineering, Law, Construction Management, or any other relevant field

OR

• College diploma (DEC) in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field, combined with significant experience in contract administration, preferably in an industrial environment
• Proven experience managing multi-project contract portfolios, including strategic contract clause analysis, risk management, and support for major contract negotiations
• Strong understanding of the full contract lifecycle, from award to close-out, including change management, claims, disputes, and final accounts
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop specialized contract administration teams and ensure consistency of contractual practices
• Strong financial analysis skills, including contract cost tracking, KPIs, and executive reporting
• Excellent ability to read, interpret, and apply contracts, drawings, specifications, and related legal documents
• Strong proficiency with information systems, office software, and corporate contract management tools
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills in complex contractual situations
• Ability to travel occasionally to project sites as required

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement - get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.