Lead Contracts Administrator - North Bay, Canada - Cementation Canada
Description
Lead Contracts Administrator
Location:
Corporate Office North Bay, ON
Hybrid Work Schedule:
Remote Option - Monday & Friday / In-Office - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
Job Type:
Full Time
Reports To:
Commercial Manager
Posted:
January 26, 2024
About Cementation Canada:
You feel passionate about what you do. You made the right decision choosing your career path.
The question is, are you in the right place? Is your full potential being realized, are you continuing to develop expertise in your chosen field, and does your passion remain strong? At Cementation, we respect experience; we get excited about potential.
Cementation is an underground mine contracting and engineering company. We build mines. Structured to deliver design-build solutions for technically challenging projects, our people build world-class shaft sinking and mine development projects. Our work requires a team approach where respect is expected, and innovation is encouraged if safety is not compromised.
Being an employer of choice in the mining industry has always been a mainstay of our mission statement, and Cementation is proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for seven years.
General Purpose of This Position:
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the position focuses on efficiently managing and overseeing contract development and execution, while implementing change management strategies.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Health & Safety
- Work in compliance with all Health and Safety rules and regulations for Cementation
- Be aware of any health and safety hazards or infractions and report same to Health and Safety Department.
- Ensure the measures and procedures prescribed by the applicable Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations are carried out in the workplace.
- Participate in the office safety program.
General Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of contract development, execution, and analysis for maximum operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Implement and oversee change management strategies related to contract processes, ensuring smooth transitions and mínimal disruption.
- Participate in negotiations of complex contracts, focusing on strategic alliances, joint ventures, and highvalue procurement agreements.
- Advise on the interpretation of contract terms and conditions, ensuring they align with corporate objectives and legal requirements.
- Coordinate with crossfunctional teams to ensure contractual compliance and address any discrepancies or issues.
- Develop and refine contract management tools, processes, and best practices, incorporating change management techniques to drive organizational acceptance.
- Oversee contract compliance audits, risk assessments, and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
- Maintain uptodate knowledge of mining industry standards, laws, and regulations to ensure compliance and inform change management strategies.
- Train and mentor team members in contract management and change management principles.
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between departments and external stakeholders during periods of change.
- Review Client contractual terms for tenders.
- Draft contractual qualifications for bids and contractual amendments for contracts.
- Draft notices and other correspondence with regards to commercial and contract issues.
- Manage project scope or specification changes, ensuring that costs and schedules are updated accordingly. Work closely with Lead Project Controller, Commercial Manager and other stakeholders to ensure that all changes are properly evaluated and managed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Travel Requirements:
- This position has the requirement for frequent travel to our project sites and offices.
- Travel period may range from one day to several weeks.
- Travel may include overseas assignments.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, or related field.
- Advanced degree or certification in Contract Management or Change Management preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in contract administration, with a focus on the mining industry.
- Proven experience in implementing change management strategies within an organizational setting.
- Strong negotiation, leadership, and project management skills.
- Excellent analytical, problemsolving, and communication abilities
Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities:
- Highlevel communication skills to effectively communicate complex processes with a natural ability to build relationships acr
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