Contracts Manager

Brunel International; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Calgary seeks a Contract Manager to oversee contract administration for large-scale industrial projects. The role involves analyzing contract conditions, collaborating with project teams, and ensuring compliance with corporate policies. Candidates should have a strong background in commercial contracts management and a relevant degree or extensive experience. This position offers opportunities for international travel and site relocation.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience with Bachelor's degree or 14 years with High school diploma.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze contract conditions and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Manage development of commercial terms and monitor compliance.
• Provide leadership to project team members.

Skills

Commercial Contracts Management

Leadership

Risk Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Accounting, Engineering

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What are you going to do

• Analyze contract conditions, scopes, and deliverables to identify potential risks, ambiguities, or deviations; recommend and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Procurement Managers to ensure alignment with corporate policies, procedures, and execution plans.
• Manage the development of commercial terms that protect company interests while meeting project timelines.
• Establish and maintain systems to monitor compliance with contract terms and performance metrics.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members to ensure consistent contract administration across multiple work packages.
• Identify, manage, and resolve contract claims, engaging legal and claims experts as necessary.
• Coordinate with Construction, Engineering, Project Controls, Procurement, Legal, and Risk teams to support contract execution and governance.
• Deliver regular contract status reports including commitment data, payment positions, and risk exposures.
• Administer contract insurance requirements and conduct risk assessments related to any changes in provisions.
• Enforce governance practices within the Project Management Team and take early corrective actions where necessary.
• Lead contractor reporting processes and serve as the subject matter expert on contract-related issues.
• Support project cost control by working closely with Project Controls on contract-related financial data.

Essential skills and knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field with at least 10 years of experience, OR
• High school diploma or GED with 14 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts management in industrial project environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Fluent in English.
• Willing to travel internationally and relocate to site as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale industrial construction projects.
• EPCM background.
• Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia is an asset.
• Familiarity with copper production or related industries.
• Experience working in integrated project environments with Clients, EPCMs, and Contractors.