Specialist, Contract Management

Davie; Lévis; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company, Davie, is seeking a Specialist in Contract Management. The successful candidate will assist in contract preparation, negotiation, and customer liaison as part of the National Shipbuilding Strategy. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in a similar position.
• Bilingual (English and French).
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review and preparation of contract documents.
• Represent the Contract Management Office in customer relations.
• Monitor and enforce contract terms throughout the life of the contract.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law, business management or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Job Description

As a Specialist, Contract Management will assist in the review and preparation of all contract documents for the various programs within the Contract Management Office as it pertains to the National Shipbuiding Strategy (NSS). Project organization, negotiation skills, problem identification, external customer interface and plan implementation are some of the responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Job Description

As a Specialist, Contract Management will assist in the review and preparation of all contract documents for the various programs within the Contract Management Office as it pertains to the National Shipbuiding Strategy (NSS). Project organization, negotiation skills, problem identification, external customer interface and plan implementation are some of the responsibilities and skills required for this position.

More Specifically, You Will

• Interpret and apply the contract clauses outlining the NSS requirements;
• Represent the Contract Management Office in all customer relations and enable the delivery of solutions for specific Davie projects by providing procurement support;
• Prepare briefing notes when required to support contracting strategies and decisions;
• Interpret and analyze requirements and specifications of customers, including reviewing task authorizations and amendments to ensure all risks are identified and mitigated;
• Liaise with other Davie functional departments to ensure contract management requirements are identified and incorporated into their assessments and documentation;
• Assist in disputes and issues analysis and resolution with the customer;
• Monitor and enforce contract terms throughout the life of the contract;
• Ensure that Canadian government prime contract terms and conditions are flowed down to Davie issued contracts and subcontracts;
• Liaise with Legal Department and Supply Chain management to obtain advice and guidance with respect to the interpretation and application of contract terms and conditions to validate compliance;
• Evaluate, track and file all contract modifications/amendments, while performing a verification function for completeness and correctness;
• Maintain comprehensive procurement files, ensuring that contractual requirements are fully documented and that all communications are monitored, while coordinating and managing the various reports and other required documentation for each contract;
• Keep management apprised of ongoing contractual and related issues.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, business management or related field;
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in a similar position;
• Bilingual (English and French). Fluency in English is required for this position, as the incumbent will interact with our English-speaking clients and partners;
• Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Word;
• Excellent written and oral communications skills;
• Willingness to be flexible and work with people in a collaborative and respectful manner to achieve goals and objectives;
• Effective negotiation, problem solving, and decision-making skills;
• Ability to organize a project from commencement to completion and closeout;
• Conduct work activities in a manner that reflects commitment to Davie and to customer service;
• Ability to develop a vision for the future and create a culture in which the long-range goals both for Davie and the Contract Management Office can be achieved;
• Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment with multiple stakeholders and objectives;
• Possibility of working remotely.
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.

There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.

At Davie, we forge the monumental!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Shipbuilding

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