(Internal Title: Contract Administration and Procurement III)
Facilitate the management and coordination of advanced contract administration and procurement activities associated with contracts under various programs and projects
Lead the commercial team members in performing commercial management and administration of contracts and procurements
Manage team dynamics and performance-related issues including the review and approval of timesheets vacation requests employee evaluations employee engagements etc.
Liaise with the client representatives on team performance and overall deliverable issues
Develop new commercial plans processes or administration and reporting methods in consultation with all applicable stakeholders
Determine the human and material resource requirements to successfully administer and manage procurements contracts or other commercial elements
Formulate a resource allocation strategy and utilize this to distribute work against various contracts claims procurements or other commercial issues
Exercise authority in managing the work and controlling the management of contracts and procurements per the commercial and procurement management plans
Monitor commercial and procurement staff performance to ensure excellence and adherence to specified deadlines policies and procedures
Review and ensure adherence to the overall commercial terms schedule and budget
Identify commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies and contingency plans through both the procurement and administration process of the contracts
Track analyze and report on performance against commercial requirements schedules milestones budgets quality measures and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and address issues with corrective actions as appropriate
Evaluate and assure contractual requirements and effectiveness by consulting with clients and commercial staff
Consult with the assigned manager or higher to seek guidance and input during the key phases of the contract or project
Complete any tasks assigned by the Contract Administration and Procurement IV or higher in an efficient and timely manner
Working Conditions
Office-based
Requirements
Experience:
Minimum of 8 years of experience in Contract or Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Education:
Undergraduate degree in relevant field of Construction Engineering Project Management Business Administration Finance Logistics or Supply Management
Licenses OR Certifications:
Holding recognized certification in specified fields of Engineering Contracts Management Program Management or Procurement Management including project management certification - PMI (Project Management Institute) Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certificate Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) or equivalent. PMP (Project Management Professional)
Skills and Competencies:
In-depth understanding of prevailing Commercial and Procurement Management methods
Thorough knowledge of tools and metrics needed to evaluate contract performance
Excellent competency in identifying and minimizing risks
Ability to detect and capitalize on others strengths
Strong supervision delegation and capacity development
Efficient to effectively lead mid-sized multi-discipline contracts teams
Fundamental skills to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office
Proficient in Project Management software
Excellent reading and language comprehension
Readiness to continue professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies in Commercial Management Procurement and Project Management software
Demonstrated ability to negotiate favorable terms under contracts
Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership
Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities
Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)
Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured disciplined technology-driven environment
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