Commercial Contracts Professional, Intermediate

We currently have an Intermediate level Commercial Officer role that can be based in Ottawa or Halifax. This role requires an understanding of contractual terms and conditions.  As a member of the Commercial Services team you will support the development review and update of contracts as well as support proposal preparation contract execution and contract compliance for domestic and international defence contracts.

This position follows a hybrid working model. There will be a mix of at-home and on-site work with an expectation of in office attendance to support business needs.

• Administers contracts and monitors contract performance
• Acts as focal point for all contractual communications and commitments to customers
• Maintains documentation and files in accordance with applicable processes
• Ensures compliance with applicable contract clauses and internal policies and procedures
• Participates as a key member of the proposal or program team to address contract requirements
• Collaborates with the Program Manager to support overall contract performance which may include preparing or supporting Request for Proposal documentation
• Reviews Requests for Proposals and participates in preparing compliant proposal responses
• Negotiates with support from leadership contracts within business goals and documents substance of discussions agreements and results;
• Negotiates with support from leadership terms and conditions including estimated cost or price delivery  quality and performance requirements
• Reviews contract documents for accuracy performance risk and conformance with contract terms conditions and other provisions including applicable federal regulations and business team objectives prior to signature / acceptance
• Collaborates as a key member of an inter-disciplinary team to ensure contract requirements are fully understood and executed
• Responds to internal and external inquiries regarding contract issues audits and compliance requirements
• Manages contract change process and works with the Program Manager Engineering Finance and other disciplines to mitigate performance risk
• Advises and supports business team on issues and developments relative to assigned contracts
• Monitors contract performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action
• Builds customer relationships and understands customer needs and issues

Qualifications :

• Post-secondary degree with preference for degree in Business Commerce Law or other related field plus a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience
• Strong interpersonal and team effectiveness skills with the ability to work collaboratively on a multi-functional team
• Strong analytical and research abilities including data gathering and report writing skills
• Detail oriented
• Deliver clear concise and professional communications 
• Developing business acumen skills to understand impact of advice and actions in order to provide customer service to client groups and to support key business decision making

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information :

We believe the unique contributions of each of our colleagues are key in our ability to drive innovation. By fostering a culture of belonging encouraging idea sharing at all levels and reinforcing the very real impact of what we do we offer an environment where everyone can take pride in their work. We respect diverse opinions and value the lived experiences each and every one of us bring to our workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process please contact Human Resources via .