Contracts Administrator

Actalent's Transmission and Distribution EPC client is seeking a Contracts Administrator for their Calgary office to support two major transmission line projects. The role will also provide procurement support through service-based RFP development and execution. The successful candidate will bring hands‑on experience managing construction‑related service contracts, possess strong commercial acumen, and be comfortable helping establish and improve processes within a growing project environment. This position is expected to begin as a contingent engagement with a long‑term objective of transitioning into a permanent role.

NOW HIRING: CONTRACTS ADMIN

Actalent's Transmission and Distribution EPC client is seeking a Contracts Administrator for their Calgary office to support two major transmission line projects. The role will also provide procurement support through service‑based RFP development and execution. The successful candidate will bring hands‑on experience managing construction‑related service contracts, possess strong commercial acumen, and be comfortable helping establish and improve processes within a growing project environment. This position is expected to begin as a contingent engagement with a long‑term objective of transitioning into a permanent role.

Responsibilities

• Administer service‑based contracts throughout the post‑award lifecycle.
• Support the development, issuance, evaluation, and award of RFPs for project‑related services.
• Manage contractual compliance, obligations, deliverables, and commercial documentation.
• Coordinate closely with project teams, procurement stakeholders, contractors, and vendors.
• Support negotiation activities for service agreements and subcontract packages.
• Monitor contractor performance, change management processes, and commercial risks.
• Assist in establishing and refining contract administration processes and procedures.
• Maintain contract records, correspondence, approvals, amendments, and reporting documentation.
• Support procurement activities associated with major transmission construction projects.
• Provide commercial support across multiple work packages throughout project execution.

Must Haves

• Approximately 10‑20 years of relevant contract administration, contracts, procurement, or commercial experience within an EPC or General Contractor environment.
• Experience administering service‑based contracts within EPC, construction, utilities, infrastructure, oil & gas, or industrial project environments.
• Demonstrated experience with contract lifecycle management from award through execution and closeout.
• Experience supporting construction‑related service contracts and subcontractors.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously in a project delivery environment.
• Experience preparing, issuing, or supporting RFP processes for service procurements.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), or similar commercial frameworks.
• Experience supporting large capital projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Haves

• Transmission line, power delivery, utility, or energy industry experience.
• Experience supporting Indigenous engagement initiatives, Indigenous‑owned contractors, or Indigenous procurement programs.
• Experience supporting reclamation, access clearing, camp services, tower assembly, aviation/helicopter services, or right‑of‑way contracts.
• Experience building or improving commercial processes in developing project environments.
• Experience with contract administration on projects in excess of $50 M in total contract value.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay And Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $80.00/hr.
• Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

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