Director, Quantity Surveying & Contracts
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Req Id:431509
Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate explore and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell were building a more connected future through world-class networks AI-powered solutions and digital experiences that elevate how people live work and play every day.
We believe in empowering people. Thats why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology AI tools and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact If youre inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms whats possible you belong on #TeamBell.
On the Bell Business Markets team youll be a vital part of making innovation happen for enterprise-scale customers. Youll deliver advanced solutions in areas such as IoT Mobility/5G Cloud Cyber Security Voice Collaboration & Contact Centre and Internet & Private Networks.
At Bell your skills and expertise will help set us apart as we continue to be the leading provider of digital connections and next generation services to businesses and governments.
Summary
Bells AI Fabric initiative is pioneering a secure sovereign AI compute network across Canada. This ambitious portfolio features seven large-scale high-density data centers anchored by a 500 MW B.C. supercluster and a 300 MW flagship site in Regina Saskatchewan.
AsQS & Contract Director you will lead the commercial backbone of the program owning quantity surveying contract strategy procurement and commercial governance across multi-hundred-million to multi-billion-dollar builds. Youll be the senior commercial authority safeguarding Bells cost certainty and contractual positionmanaging cost estimation contract administration claims risk and changewhile building and maturing the commercial function as the program scales nationally.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all quantity surveying and cost management activities across the data centre portfoliofrom estimating and cost planning through to final account settlement.
- Own contract strategy negotiation and administration for GC/EPC trade and vendor agreements ensuring Bells commercial and risk position is protected.
- Direct procurement and commercial governance establishing standards controls and approval frameworks for a rapidly scaling capital program.
- Manage change orders variations and claims driving fair timely and defensible resolution to protect schedule and budget.
- Oversee cost forecasting cash flow and value engineering providing accurate commercial reporting to Capital Programs and AI Fabric leadership.
- Establish and enforce commercial risk management practices identifying and mitigating exposure across contracts and suppliers.
- Partner cross-functionally with construction engineering program controls and procurement & asset management to align commercial strategy with delivery.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations regulatory requirements and Bells internal governance and audit standards.
- Provide executive-level commercial reporting and advisory to senior AI Fabric stakeholders supporting critical capital decisions.
- Build mentor and scale a high-performing commercial/QS team as the national program grows.
Critical Qualifications
- 15 years of commercial quantity surveying and contract management experience with direct exposure to hyperscale data centres or major infrastructure programs.
- Proven track record owning commercial governance on complex multi-billion-dollar capital projects ideally owner-side.
- Deep expertise in cost estimation cost planning and full lifecycle quantity surveying.
- Strong command of contract strategy negotiation and administration across major forms (e.g. FIDIC CCDC stipulated/design-build).
- Demonstrated experience managing claims disputes variations and commercial risk on large construction programs.
- Solid understanding of procurement processes and supply chain/commercial governance in a capital-intensive environment.
- Ability to build and mature a commercial/project controls function from a formative stage.
- Exceptional stakeholder management able to influence and challenge senior engineering construction and executive leaders.
- Professional credentials such as RICS (MRICS/FRICS) PQS CIQS or equivalent; degree in Quantity Surveying Construction Economics Engineering or related discipline.
- Willingness to work on-site and travel between Canadian build locations as the portfolio scales.
Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status:Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Alberta : Calgary
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 07/28/2026
For work arrangements that are Hybrid successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team youll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us youll be eligible for medical dental vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus as a Bell team member youll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.
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