Intermediate Contracts Specialist

JDS Group of Companies; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

JDS Group of Companies in Canada seeks an Intermediate Contracts Specialist to lead procurement strategies on a mine construction project. You will formalize procurement plans, coordinate vendor engagement, and support contract execution aligned with project milestones.

Responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, managing RFQ/RFP processes, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance and documentation across procurement, scheduling, and cost control functions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in procurement and contract management on capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting contracting strategies and complex vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of procurement lifecycles, contract law, and project controls interface.
• Degree or diploma in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and formalize Procurement Plans and Procedures in alignment with project execution strategies.
• Support development of contracting strategies including contract packaging, timing, and execution readiness.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure deliverables, quotes, and contract documentation align with milestones and compliance.
• Support contract formation processes including RFQ/RFP development, evaluation, award, and kick-off.
• Coordinate between procurement, scheduling, and cost control to ensure aligned planning and milestone tracking.
• Maintain auditable records of vendor engagement, contract award decisions, and milestone tracking.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract management

Vendor coordination

Project controls

Education

Degree in Business/Engineering/Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Procurement tools

Job description

About the job Intermediate Contracts Specialist

The Intermediate Contract Specialist will provide leadership and coordination in the development and implementation of procurement and contracting strategies on a mine construction project. The role will focus on formalizing Procurement Plans and Procedures, coordinating vendor engagement, and supporting contract execution aligned with project milestones and the broader Project Execution Plan.

Responsibilities

Procurement Planning & Strategy

• Develop and formalize Procurement Plans and Procedures in alignment with project execution strategies.
• Support development of contracting strategies including contract packaging, timing, and execution readiness.

Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate with vendors to ensure deliverables, quotes, and contract documentation are aligned with project milestones.
• Monitor vendor progress and resolve issues related to commercial terms, timelines, and compliance.

Contract Support

• Support contract formation processes including RFQ/RFP development, evaluation, award, and kick-off.
• Provide guidance on contractual risk allocation and recommend appropriate contracting models.
• Assist with managing amendments, clarifications, and negotiations as required.

Execution Readiness

• Coordinate between procurement, scheduling, and cost control functions to ensure aligned planning and milestone tracking.
• Support procurement and contracts reporting and contribute to project readiness reviews.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure internal procurement processes and controls are followed and appropriately documented.
• Maintain auditable records of vendor engagement, contract award decisions, and milestone tracking.

Compensation

• Hourly role with competitive wage,benefits,and eligibility for performance bonus.
• Travel and accommodation provided for periodic site visits or rotation, depending on project phase.

Work Schedule & Location

• Primarily office or hybrid based with travel to sites as needed.
• Monday to Friday schedule with flexibility during procurement peak periods.

Qualifications / Experience / Education Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in procurement and contract management roles on capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting contracting strategies and complex vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of procurement lifecycles, contract law, and project controls interface.
• Degree or diploma in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
• Proficiency in MS Office, procurement tools, and ERP systems.