Contract Manager

Plan Group

$80K — $110K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Law, or related field
  • 5-8 years of contract management experience, with at least 3 years in leadership
  • 3-5 years of experience in Design Build, Design-Assist, P3 projects, or Construction
  • Strong understanding of contract law and risk management
  • Exceptional organizational and negotiation skills
  • Proven ability to lead teams in fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

  • Lead contract management processes including negotiations, drafting, and execution
  • Identify, analyze, and mitigate contract risks with strategic solutions
  • Provide expert advice to senior management on contract issues
  • Ensure compliance with contract conditions, manage claims and disputes
  • Conduct audits to check adherence to contract terms and legal requirements
  • Monitor schedule impacts and prepare analyses for decision-making

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on landmark projects that shape communities
  • Access to innovative technologies and resources
  • Career development within a respected contracting company
  • Recognition as a Top Employer in Canada for three consecutive years
  • Supportive work environment that values talent and ideas
Full Job Description
Are you an experienced Contract Manager ready to lead and make a significant impact in the construction industry? We are looking for a driven professional to oversee contract negotiations, manage risks, ensure compliance, and contribute to the success of the largest project Plan Group has built.

As a Contract Manager, you will:
  • Lead contract management processes, including negotiations, drafting, and execution. Oversee the development and implementation of contract policies and procedures in collaboration with the in-house legal/contracts team to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
  • Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks associated with contracts and provide strategic solutions to minimize potential impacts.
  • Provide expert advice to senior management on contractual issues, offering guidance on resolution strategies and risk mitigation.
  • Ensure all contract conditions are met, manage claims and disputes, oversee variations, and ensure proper record-keeping and document control.
  • Conduct audits to identify deviations from contract terms, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
  • Monitor schedule impacts against baselines, investigate unforeseen events, and prepare comprehensive analyses and recommendations to support decision-making.

Our ideal candidate has:
  • A degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Law, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5-8 years of experience in contract management, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience working on Design Build, Design-Assist, P3 projects and/or Construction industry
  • Strong understanding of contract law, risk management, and compliance.
  • Exceptional organizational and negotiation skills with a focus on detail and accuracy.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and work effectively in fast-paced environments.


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