Senior Contract Professional- utilities

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #11523

Matchbox Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Contract Professional to work on a 12-month contract with very high potential of renewal, for one of BC's largest utility and energy companies.

The Contract Professional will support Transmission Program Managers, managing construction contracts including aspects of tender preparation, evaluation, delegation of Client Rep duties, and close out. Act as main contact for program team and liaises with procurement and suppliers to ensure contract effectiveness and best value to the rate payer. Ensure controls are in place and applied across all Transmission Line Contracts. Ensure effective relationships to optimize contract performance.
 

Responsibilities:

• Perform contract management activities by applying expert knowledge of contract management practices while working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure client and suppliers fulfill their contractual obligations by monitoring contract performance, identifying issues, taking timely action to resolve issues, and communicating with stakeholders to minimize risk and maximize supplier performance.
• Establish and maintain a meaningful relationship between suppliers, stakeholders, and internal supply chain organization through activities such as timely communication, resolution of issues, and relevant reporting enabling the successful implementation of sourcing initiatives.
• Forecast, monitor, and report on contract usage to ensure contract and finance control policies and budget requirements are met.
• Provide guidance and advice to client groups in the sourcing, procurement, and management of goods and services contracts using expert knowledge of public sector procurement law, and the application of supply chain concepts to get the best value.

Requirements:

• A minimum twelve (12) years of contract management work experience.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, infrastructure and utilities
• Experience with formal management of contracts with high complexity. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Economics, or related discipline, or equivalent
• Strong communication and organization skills

Nice to haves: 

• Certificate in Project Management, Supply Chain Management or equivalent, an asset
• Experience with transmission line projects. 

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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