Logistic jobs in Canada

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to oversee and develop commercial contracts within the logistics, heavy lifting, and transport services sectors. As part of a global team of Contract Managers, you will manage all regional contractual and commercial activities, supporting the sales process from pre-award through to the operational execution of contracts. In this role, resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving skills are crucial to your success.

You will be responsible for leading complex contract negotiations, managing high-risk contracts, and overseeing the entire contract life cycle, ensuring smooth transitions between the commercial and operational phases. This includes ensuring that all contracts for projects and operational services in the Canada Eastern region are executed according to Mammoet’s commercial and quality standards.

Contract Formation:

• Collaborate with sales and legal teams to review, negotiate, and finalize project and service contracts.
• Oversee the regional contracting process, ensuring risks are identified, mitigated, and managed.
• Provide guidance to sales and tendering teams on contractual matters, selecting appropriate contract forms based on service types and associated risks.

Post-Award Contract Management:

• Participate in project kick‑off meetings, working closely with Project Managers to manage contract deliverables, risks, and changes.
• Assist in developing a comprehensive contract administration and management framework.
• Lead dispute resolution and claims administration processes.
• Manage contract renewals, closures, and track lessons learned to improve future contract performance.

Client Relationship and Operational Support:

• Manage client relationships, representing the company in client meetings and stewarding future business opportunities.
• Lead client contract negotiations, ensuring identified contractual issues are resolved.
• Support the sales team in transitioning contracts to the operations team, ensuring they are fully informed of key commercial and contractual matters.
• Assist project management in identifying and mitigating potential claims, changes, and variations, ensuring timely notifications are handled throughout the contract lifecycle.

Risk and Commercial Management:

• Identify and communicate commercial risks to stakeholders, ensuring they are managed effectively across the contract lifecycle.
• This combined role ensures seamless contract management from formation through execution, while managing risks and fostering strong client relationships.

Education

• Bachelors or Masters in a business administration / commerce, engineering or similar discipline related to construction contracts and projects
• Supplementary training in contract management or equivalent

Experience

• Previous knowledge and experience working with unionized environments is desired.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in construction or EPC contract administration/management or equivalent in a fast paced environment
• Previous site and project management experience is desired.

Key Characteristics

• Advanced understanding of Contract Management
• Commercial skills developed in the construction or related industries
• Knowledge of Sales and Tendering systems
• Understanding of Project Management
• Basic understanding of legal affairs
• Self‑starter, works well with tight deadlines
• Confident, clear communicator

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health and Dental Benefits
• GRSP match
• Company sponsored events
• Paid vacation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational Reimbursements
• Casual dress

If you’re a dynamic individual driven by results and dedicated to achieving operational excellence, we invite you to apply for the position at Mammoet Canada Eastern Ltd.

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