Project Contracts Advisor (2)

Omega AS; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NSB Omega in Calgary, AB is seeking a Project Contracts Advisor to manage day-to-day post-award administration, onboarding, change management and cost tracking for our major Oil & Gas client. The role involves close collaboration with SCM Sourcing, PMT, CMT, and suppliers to maintain organized, compliant contract processes.

The perfect candidate will have 5+ years in contracts or procurement, extensive MS Office and ERP experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• “Five or more years of experience in contracts, procurement, supply chain or project support, including post-award contract administration.”
• Experience supporting sourcing events, bid evaluations, supplier performance meetings and contract close-out is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using ERP, e-sourcing, contract management, document management or electronic signature systems.
• Experience supporting capital projects, construction or field-based operations is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Administer assigned project contracts in accordance with Cenovus SCM policies and contract terms.
• Review awarded contracts to understand scope, terms, deliverables and change-management procedures; maintain files and trackers.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and kick-off meetings with PMT, CMT and project representatives; prepare meeting agendas and minutes.
• Coordinate supplier performance meetings, track costs and update progress against milestones; document actions and risks.
• Manage contract changes, amendments and change orders; ensure documentation is reviewed, approved and recorded.
• Support end-to-end sourcing activities including bid packages, evaluations, negotiations and award recommendations.

Education

Post-secondary education in supply chain management, business, engineering, construction management or a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

e-sourcing

contract management tools

document management systems

electronic signature systems

Job description

NSB Omega is searching for a Project Contracts Advisor for our MAJOR Oil & Gas Client in Calgary, AB.

Assignment Description

Reporting to the Manager, SCM Projects, the SCM Contracts Advisor is primarily responsible for the day-to-day post-award administration of assigned project contracts. The role supports contract onboarding, performance meetings, change management, cost and documentation tracking, supplier performance monitoring, issue follow-up and contract close-out. Based on workload and business needs, the incumbent may also support or carry out end-to-end sourcing activities, including bid preparation, bid process coordination, evaluations, negotiations, approvals and contract award.

The incumbent works closely with SCM Sourcing, the Project Management Team (PMT), the Construction Management Team (CMT), suppliers and other project stakeholders to keep contract activities organized, documented and aligned with established processes. The role requires sound judgement, attention to detail, clear communication and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

1. Contract Administration

• Administer assigned project contracts in accordance with Cenovus SCM policies, procedures, contract terms, approval requirements and records-management standards.

2. Post-Award Contract Setup and Administration

• Review awarded contracts and supporting documents to understand scope, commercial and legal terms, deliverables, roles, reporting requirements, cost and schedule requirements and change-management procedures.
• Create and maintain contract files, change logs, key contact lists and other required trackers;
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and kick-off meetings with PMT, CMT and other project representatives;
• Prepare and maintain meeting agendas, minutes, action logs, approval/signature packages, and other contract documentation.

3. Contract Performance, Cost, Change Management and Close-Out

• Coordinate supplier performance and progress meetings, review required reporting with project stakeholders, and document actions, risks, and outstanding items.
• Monitor supplier performance against contractual requirements, project milestones, cost, schedule, and established performance measures
• Manage and track requests for information, contract changes, amendments and change orders; ensuring documentation is appropriately reviewed, approved, executed, and recorded.
• Track contract values, commitments, forecasts, spend, purchase order values, and other supporting cost information; identify and follow up on discrepancies.
• Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve contract, cost, schedule, performance, and commercial issues, escalating risks or concerns when required.
• Coordinate offboarding and contract close-out activities, including outstanding changes, final documentation, supplier performance feedback, completion requirements, and file closure.

4. Sourcing and Award Activities

• Support or execute end-to-end sourcing activities as required, including preparing bid packages, issuing competitive events, coordinating bidder questions and evaluations, supporting negotiations, preparing award recommendations, obtaining required approvals, and issuing awards.
• Maintain accurate and complete sourcing and contracting documentation within applicable systems and perform other related duties as assigned.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate documentation, records and contract files.
• Working knowledge of contract administration, sourcing, commercial processes, and legal terms and conditions, with an understanding of how contractual requirements apply to day-to-day activities.
• Ability Ability to review and analyze information, identify risks or gaps, exercise sound judgement, and determine when follow-up or escalation is required.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare concise correspondence, reports, meeting minutes and other commercial documentation.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the confidence to work effectively with project teams, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, take ownership of deliverables and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing project environment.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability and a practical, solutions-focused approach to resolving day-to-day contracting and commercial matters.

Qualifications

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada;
• Post-secondary education in supply chain management, business, engineering, construction management or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Five or more years of experience in contracts, procurement, supply chain or project support, including post-award contract administration;
• Experience supporting sourcing events, bid evaluations, contract changes, supplier performance meetings and contract close-out is preferred;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using ERP, e-sourcing, contract management, document management or electronic signature systems;
• Experience supporting capital projects, construction or field-based operations is considered an asset.

Physical:

• Primarily office-based, with regular computer work and meetings; occasional travel to project or field locations may be required.
• Fast-paced project environment with changing priorities, multiple stakeholders and time-sensitive deliverables.