Senior Contract Specialist
$120k - $140k per yearVancouver Pile Driving
Senior Contract Specialist - North Vancouver
Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. (VanPile) is not just a construction company; its a cornerstone of British Columbias marine infrastructure. Since 1913 our dedicated team has been building major marine facilities along the coastline and inland waters. As a proud family-owned business we are deeply committed to our community and uphold a long-standing tradition of excellence and integrity.
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Shape the Contracts Behind Some of Western Canadas Most Complex Construction Projects
Are you a seasoned contract professional who thrives on navigating complex commercial agreements mitigating risk and protecting project success
VanPile is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist to join our growing Commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering some of Canadas most challenging marine heavy civil industrial and infrastructure projects .
As a trusted commercial advisor youll partner with project teams operations leaders estimators and procurement professionals to negotiate contracts manage risk resolve commercial issues and support successful project execution from tender through close-out.
If youre a strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills and a passion for construction we want to hear from you.
What Youll Do
Contract Negotiation Administration & Risk Management
- Review negotiate and administer prime contracts subcontracts service agreements consultant agreements purchase orders and other commercial documents.
- Identify contractual commercial financial and legal risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.
- Draft and negotiate amendments change agreements notices settlement agreements and other contractual documentation.
- Provide expert contractual and commercial guidance to project teams operations estimating procurement and senior management.
- Support informed business decisions by evaluating contract obligations risks and opportunities.
Prime Contract Management
- Lead contract reviews for major project pursuits and awarded projects.
- Ensure key contractual requirements and obligations are effectively communicated to project teams.
- Support tender reviews contract qualifications bonding insurance and commercial compliance requirements.
- Monitor notice requirements contractual milestones entitlement events and change management throughout project execution.
- Ensure prime contract obligations are properly flowed down to subcontractors and suppliers.
Claims Change Orders & Dispute Resolution
- Support complex claims disputes change orders and significant commercial matters.
- Assess contractual entitlement for additional compensation schedule relief and project impacts.
- Prepare contractual notices commercial correspondence position papers and reservation-of-rights letters.
- Participate in commercial negotiations and dispute resolution processes.
- Support final account negotiations settlements and project close-out activities.
Subcontract Management
- Manage the commercial lifecycle of major subcontracts from RFQ through award administration and close-out.
- Review quotations negotiate commercial terms and prepare subcontract agreements and amendments.
- Monitor subcontractor performance payment applications insurance bonding requirements contract compliance and change orders.
- Manage commercial issues including claims back charges and subcontract disputes.
- Coordinate subcontract close-out holdback release final payments and documentation.
Commercial Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Support the development of commercial best practices contract templates and governance processes.
- Maintain accurate contractual records and commercial documentation.
- Contribute to risk management initiatives and subcontractor/vendor prequalification programs.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior commercial and contract administration team members.
- Drive continuous improvement in commercial processes and contract management practices.
What Youll Bring
Required Experience
- 7 years of progressive experience in contract administration commercial management subcontract management or construction contracts.
- Experience supporting major marine heavy civil industrial infrastructure or energy projects .
- Strong understanding of construction contract formation negotiation administration and risk allocation.
- Proven experience managing prime contracts subcontracts consultant agreements purchase agreements and service contracts.
- Experience handling claims change management dispute resolution and commercial negotiations.
- Excellent contract drafting analytical negotiation and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Law Engineering Construction Management Business Commerce Supply Chain Management or a related discipline.
- Working knowledge of CCDC CCA and other standard construction contract documents .
- Strong understanding of construction insurance bonding indemnities payment provisions warranties and limitations of liability.
- Professional designations or industry certifications are considered an asset.
Who You Are
You are a confident and commercially savvy professional who can balance risk management with practical business solutions. You build strong relationships think strategically and excel at managing complex contractual matters in fast-paced project environments.
You bring:
Strong commercial judgment and decision-making skills
Exceptional negotiation and contract drafting abilities
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
The ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted partnerships
A collaborative solutions-oriented approach
Professionalism integrity and sound business judgment
Salary: $120 - $140k per annum
The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on jobrelated factors including relevant experience years of experience qualifications internal equity and Carlson Construction Groups compensation policy.
Whats in it for you
- Competitive Compensation Competitive base salary companypaid RRSP contributions and bonus eligibility
- Grow Your Career Professional development mentorship and ongoing learning opportunities
- Time to Recharge 14 statutory holidays per calendar year
- Comprehensive Benefits A competitive benefits program supporting your health and wellbeing
- Annual Fitness & Movement Stipend Supporting your physical health and wellbeing
- Connected Culture Monthly social events that bring our teams together
- LongTerm Opportunity Build your future with a proud BCbased familyowned company that invests in its people
How to Apply:
Join us and be a part of a project that makes a difference! Apply now and take the next step in your career with Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd.
Important Notice:
VanPile does not accept and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited résumés from agencies. Agencies should not submit résumés in response to this posting to VanPile employees or any associated company location.
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