Contract Administrator

Qualus

$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in a relevant discipline; Supply Chain certification (e.g., SCMP, CPSM) is considered an asset
  • Proven experience with ERP systems, with SAP proficiency required
  • 5–7 years of experience in contract administration, particularly in civil, utilities, or industrial projects
  • Familiarity with Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects is advantageous
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration
  • Highly analytical with solid organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of various contract models, such as lump sum and unit rate agreements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead medium to high-complexity procurement and contracting processes
  • Prepare and manage tender documents, clarifications, evaluations, and awards
  • Administer contracts to ensure compliance with cost, schedule, and quality
  • Manage post-award activities, including change orders and payments
  • Collaborate with project teams and clients for smooth execution and delivery

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability coverage
  • RRSP match and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Parental Leave and Paid time off
  • Holidays for qualifying employees
Full Job Description
Position Overview

Power Your Future with Qualus in our Power Solutions Group as a Contracts Specialist. This position is hybrid, based in our Vancouver, BC office. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this role has overall responsibility for the well-timed and accurate execution of project procurement and sub-contracting that ensures the completion of key milestones/objectives, minimizes commercial risks, emphasizes safety, enhances competitive advantage and meets customer expectations, always in strict accordance with Qualus Supply Chain Code of Business conduct. If you have a successful track record and thrive on challenges in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities
  • Lead medium to high-complexity procurement and contracting processes
  • Prepare and manage tender documents, clarifications, evaluations, and awards
  • Administer contracts to ensure cost, schedule, and quality compliance
  • Manage post-award activities including, change orders, payments, claims, and closeout
  • Collaborate with project teams and clients to ensure smooth execution and delivery
Minimum Qualifications
  • Degree or diploma in a relevant discipline; Supply Chain certification (e.g., SCMP, CPSM) is considered an asset
  • Proven experience with ERP systems, with SAP proficiency required
  • 5–7 years of experience in pre-award and post-award contract administration, including public tendering, evaluations, negotiations, contract award, progress payments, invoicing, change management, and dispute resolution, ideally within civil, utilities, or industrial project environments
  • Exposure to Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects (e.g., BC Hydro) is an advantage
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
  • Highly analytical with excellent organizational and problem-solving capabilities
  • Solid understanding of various contract models, including lump sum, unit rate, and other commercial structures

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Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, RRSP match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

 

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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