Contracts Specialist, Projects

K+S Group; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Contracts Specialist to join their Integrated Project Management Team. The role involves managing contract formation and services for Ramp Up Projects, ensuring compliance and effective negotiations. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in contracts, strong communication skills, and a relevant degree. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to significant projects and improve procurement processes.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant contracts experience.
• Experience with medium to high complexity construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Leading procurement processes for contracts in a cross-functional environment.
• Preparing and administering requests for proposals and quotations.
• Acting as the primary contact for contract disputes.

Skills

Negotiating

Relationship Building

Communication

Education

College Diploma or University Degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Responsibilities

As part of the Integrated Project Management Team (IPMT), reporting to the Senior Contracts Specialist, Projects, the Contracts Specialist, Projects is responsible for the full range of contract formation and services required for Ramp Up Projects. The Contracts Specialist, Projects works with key stakeholders to understand the requirements related to the contracts process.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Leading the full range of procurement processes for contracts in a cross-functional environment, prioritizing based on criticality and deadlines.
2. Developing and implementing contract strategies, supporting negotiations, and managing the formation, management, and delivery of successful contracts.
3. Serving as the primary contact to ensure all formation duties for assigned contracts are fulfilled.
4. Guiding internal stakeholders on Procurement Policies and Procedures, including documentation requirements.
5. Preparing and administering requests for proposals and quotations (RFP/RFQ).
6. Leading sourcing development, participating in project kick-offs, evaluating proposals, negotiating terms, and issuing purchase orders and contracts for engineering, construction, and miscellaneous services.
7. Identifying opportunities for process improvement within procurement.
8. Pre-qualifying suppliers and contractors to reduce risks and increase ROI.
9. Evaluating contract changes to ensure effective change management and mitigate financial impacts.
10. Preparing and executing contract change management documents.
11. Verifying contractor payment requests and invoices align with contract terms.
12. Acting as the primary contact for contract disputes escalated by the IPMT or contractors.
13. Supporting internal KPI requirements related to cost savings, cycle times, diversity, and Indigenous Relations initiatives.

Your Profile

Our company values diversity and encourages candidates with an equivalent mix of education and experience. The ideal candidate will have:

• 5-10 years of relevant contracts experience, including negotiating and administering medium to high complexity construction contracts (>$15M), preferably on major projects.
• A college diploma or university degree in Business, Accounting, Purchasing, or a related field.
• Preferred certifications such as Supply Chain Certification, SCM Diploma, SCMP Designation, or equivalent.
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external clients.
• Excellent computer skills, including ERPs, Microsoft Office, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of legislation and regulations related to contract and supply chain management.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment checks, which may include criminal record checks, education verification, fitness evaluations, and drug testing.

To be considered for this role, please apply by June 4, 2025.