Lead Contract Administrator

Metrolinx; Ontario; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Metrolinx as a Lead Contract Administrator, overseeing commercial aspects of pivotal transit projects. This role involves managing vendor compliance, procurement, and contract frameworks, fostering an inclusive work environment while driving project success. Your expertise in contract management and strong negotiation skills will be crucial to ensuring value for money for public transit projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in managing large contracts, preferably in infrastructure or transit.
• Extensive knowledge of contract management and Ontario legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial aspects of the SRS Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project.
• Manage cost control activities, payments, reconciliations, and audits.
• Negotiate commercial terms ensuring fair pricing from vendors.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Project Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Contract/Construction Law

Degree in Business

Tools

Oracle Unifier

Oracle EBS

Job description

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Job Description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. We operate GO Transit, UP Express, and the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major subway system expansions in Toronto. As an agency of the Government of Ontario, we aim to improve transit accessibility and efficiency.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core to our values of serving with passion, thinking forward, and playing as a team.

Under the direction of the Commercial Manager, you will oversee the commercial aspects of the SRS Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project at various lifecycle stages. Responsibilities include stakeholder and vendor management, project reporting, procurement, and ensuring vendor compliance with standard contract management processes to achieve value for money. You will also serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for complex contract management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, negotiate, and manage commercial frameworks aligned with project goals and policies.
• Manage cost control activities, including payments, reconciliations, and audits.
• Develop financial forecasts and business cases for complex contracts.
• Monitor vendor performance using KPIs, prepare status reports, and collaborate on improvements.
• Assist in setting up contracts in relevant systems and resolve system issues.
• Produce and distribute progress reports, tracking feedback and issues.
• Provide contract administration expertise across project teams, managing risks and contract lifecycle activities.
• Negotiate commercial and financial terms ensuring quality and fair pricing from vendors.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering, Contract/Construction Law, Business, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in procurement and managing large contractual agreements, preferably in infrastructure or transit projects.
• Extensive knowledge of procurement, contract management, and Ontario legislation.
• Proficiency with contract systems like Oracle Unifier and EBS.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Additional Information:

• If your experience doesn't match every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
• We value applications from diverse and equity-deserving communities.
• For accommodations during the hiring process, contact us at 416-202-5601 or [e-mail].

Application Process:

• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Check your email regularly for communication from us.
• A Criminal Record Check may be required.

Internal applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria as per the internal mobility policy.

We appreciate all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We are an equitable and inclusive employer.