Senior Contracts Advisor

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

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an experienced SCM Contracts Advisor (Level 4) in Calgary, AB, for a 12-month contract. The role leads post-award contract administration, coordinating performance, change management, and close-out activities.

Collaboration with SCM, Project Management, Construction Management, suppliers, and stakeholders is essential to ensure contractual compliance and value delivery. The successful candidate will contribute to sourcing activities, manage documentation, and support supplier

Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Post-secondary education in SCM, Business, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in Contract Administration, Procurement / Supply Chain, Commercial Contracts, Project Support.
• Experience with post-award contract administration, bid evaluations and sourcing events, amendments and change orders, and close-out processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, E-Sourcing platforms, Contract Management systems, Document Management tools, and Electronic Signature platforms.

Responsibilities

• Administer project contracts in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain contract records, approvals, and audit trails.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and governance processes.
• Review awarded contracts and documentation to understand scope, deliverables, terms, and reporting.
• Create and maintain contract files, trackers, change logs, and contact lists.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and contract kick-off meetings.
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, action items, and approval packages.
• Coordinate supplier performance meetings and monitor contract compliance.
• Track milestones, costs, commitments, forecasts, and purchase orders.
• Manage contract amendments, change orders, and requests for information.
• Identify risks, discrepancies, and commercial issues and escalate as needed.
• Support contract close-out activities and supplier evaluations.
• Assist with end-to-end sourcing activities including bid packages, events, communications, evaluations, and award recommendations.
• Maintain sourcing and contracting documentation in applicable systems.

Skills

Contract Administration

Procurement

Supply Chain

Project Support

MS Office

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Supply Chain Management

Business

Construction Management

Related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

E-Sourcing platforms

Contract Management systems

Document Management tools

Electronic Signature platforms

Job description

SCM Contracts Advisor (Level 4) | Calgary, AB | 12-Month Contract

Duration: November 23, 2026 to November 22, 2027

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced SCM Contracts Advisor to support major project and supply chain initiatives. Reporting to the Manager, SCM Projects, this role will lead and support post-award contract administration activities while ensuring contracts are managed effectively throughout their lifecycle.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Construction Management, suppliers, and business stakeholders to coordinate contract performance, change management, commercial administration, and contract close-out activities. This role may also support sourcing and procurement activities as business needs require.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Administration

• Administer project contracts in accordance with established policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Maintain contract records, documentation, approvals, and audit trails.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and governance processes.

Post-Award Contract Management

• Review awarded contracts and supporting documentation to understand scope, deliverables, commercial terms, and reporting requirements.
• Create and maintain contract files, trackers, change logs, and key contact lists.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and contract kick-off meetings.
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, action items, and approval packages.

Performance, Cost & Change Management

• Coordinate supplier performance meetings and monitor contract compliance.
• Track project milestones, costs, commitments, forecasts, and purchase orders.
• Manage contract amendments, change orders, and requests for information.
• Identify risks, discrepancies, and commercial issues, escalating concerns when necessary.
• Support contract close-out activities, documentation completion, and supplier performance evaluations.

Sourcing & Procurement Support

• Assist with end-to-end sourcing activities including:
• Bid package preparation
• Competitive bid events
• Bidder communications
• Evaluation coordination
• Award recommendations
• Contract negotiations and approvals
• Maintain sourcing and contracting documentation within applicable systems.

Required Qualifications

Legally entitled to work in Canada

Post-secondary education in:

• Supply Chain Management
• Business
• Construction Management
• Or a related discipline

5+ years of experience in:

• Contract Administration
• Procurement / Supply Chain
• Commercial Contracts
• Project Support

Experience with:

• Post-award contract administration
• Bid evaluations and sourcing events
• Contract amendments and change orders
• Contract close-out processes

Proficiency with:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• ERP systems
• E-Sourcing platforms
• Contract Management systems
• Document Management tools
• Electronic Signature platforms

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting capital projects, construction projects, or field operations environments.
• Strong contract administration and commercial acumen
• Excellent organization and documentation management skills
• Ability to identify risks, gaps, and compliance concerns
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience preparing meeting minutes, reports, and contract documentation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• Professional, accountable, and solutions-oriented approach

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing project team and play a key role in managing contract execution, supplier relationships, and commercial performance on large-scale projects.

Use AI for Hiring

Our recruitment process for this role includes the use of AI-based tools to help evaluate candidate qualifications and screen applications.

Why Kelly?

At Kelly, we’re committed to finding rewarding opportunities that help you thrive—both professionally and personally. We partner with leading organizations across industries, connecting talented individuals to roles that fit their skills, interests, and goals. As part of the Kelly team, you’ll have access to a diverse network, ongoing career support, and resources to help you succeed. We value inclusion, respect, and work-life balance, and we offer competitive pay and benefits. Join us and discover what’s next for your career!