Contract Specialist

at  North American Construction Group Inc

Position Scope:
We are seeking a Contract Specialist to support our Project Contracts team by providing practical, operations-focused advice relating to existing and proposed contracts that will allow the company to identify and mitigate risks during its bidding and operational activities. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual with excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, who thrives in a high-performing, innovative team environment while making a significant impact.
Here at NACG we want to be a part of the next step in your employment journey and push your future forward. Our people are what make North American Construction Group an industry leader, its our people that keep the largest fleet of equipment in Western Canada running and it’s our people that keep our job sites safe.

• Participate in all phases of the RFx cycle to ensure NACG’s proposals align accurately with contractual documents, from initial client document review to contract finalization.
• Review and evaluate RFx packages, developing effective bidding strategies and ensuring contract terms reflect NACG’s interests in scope, conditions, schedules, and bonus/performance clauses.
• Develop and review Subcontractor RFx packages to ensure alignment with NACG’s goals for scope, terms, schedules, and bonus/performance clauses.
• Ensure a clear understanding of client, subcontractor, and NACG obligations through comprehensive bid review and job kick-off meetings.
• Provide expert advice across NACG divisions on contract negotiation, finalization, and subcontract management.
• Support Operations’ field projects with essential corporate contract and subcontract oversight.
• Oversee contract and subcontract administration, managing changes and updates to control systems for accurate commitment tracking.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures governing contract management.
• Monitor performance to ensure compliance with commitments outlined in contractual agreements.
• Collaborate with finance, estimating, operations, legal, and other stakeholders to maintain adherence to project guidelines.
• Implement and manage controls to effectively handle changes in scope, terms, conditions, schedule adjustments, material delivery, and performance/bonus criteria.
• Coordinate and assist in client contract audits, ensuring thorough and timely responses.
• Educate and guide office and operations staff on contractual obligations and issues.
• Stay informed of relevant legislation, regulations, and industry practices impacting company contracts and construction operations.
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