Coordinator, Contract Services at Defence Construction Canada

, Nova Scotia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Contract management, Project management, Risk management, Negotiation, Tender evaluation, Stakeholder management, Leadership, Human resources management, Mentoring, Coaching, Procurement planning, Compliance, Financial analysis, Technical writing

Industry

Construction

Description

The Coordinator, Contract Services, arranges and prepares contracts for the Client-Partners (e.g. construction, professional services). The incumbent provides advice on the appropriate procurement approach required to meet Client-Partner needs for complex procurements, reviews Client-Partner documentation, and arranges for the preparation, bid review and submission of documents to the responsible contract authority. The incumbent also makes recommendations to the contract authority about initiating procurement, process decisions and contract awards, and manages the Client-Partner relationship. The incumbent may also lead and manage the human resources responsibilities for an employee or a team. KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive: Primary Provide advice regarding all aspects of procurement to meet Client-Partner needs for complex procurements Review Client-Partner information (e.g. specifications, financial details, security) and assemble for submission to the contract authority Prepare procurement documents for complex procurements Review tender submissions for compliance and facilitate proposal evaluations Make recommendations to the contract authority for approval (e.g. procurement initiation, process decisions, contract awards) Negotiate contracts with proponents Respond to inquiries from bidders Communicate with Client-Partners and industry, including debriefing unsuccessful bidders Review and approve initiation and award of contracts, within delegated signing authority Participate, promote and sometimes lead procurement planning with Client-Partners Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and/or stakeholders Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectations Manage risk May perform human resources functions (e.g. coach, supervise, mentor, plan and allocate resources, and manage performance) Other Develop new templates for contracting approaches Research innovative procedures (e.g. process improvements, procurement techniques for unique requirements) Other duties as assigned SKILLS General and Specific Knowledge Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in procurement DCC and Client-Partner procurement processes and procedures Government policies and trade agreements Project and risk management principles Formal Education and/or Certification(s) and Experience Minimum: university degree in architecture, engineering or related field with five years' relevant experience, or the equivalent Abilities Use applicable computer software and operating systems Apply project and risk management techniques Demonstrate leadership and human resources management skills DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP May be accountable and responsible for direct reports Provide functional direction and advice to employees and to Client-Partners WORKING CONDITIONS Typical office environment with occasional travel Some work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment Check out your benefits Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary. Your package includes: Health and Wellness 100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership $2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverage Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans Home and Family Life, accidental-death, and short-term disability insurance Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home Leave and Retirement Public-service pension Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans

Responsibilities

The Coordinator manages the end-to-end procurement process, including preparing contracts, reviewing tender submissions, and providing expert advice to Client-Partners. They also maintain stakeholder relationships, negotiate with proponents, and may oversee human resources functions for a team.