Canadian Commercial Corporation | Corporation commerciale canadienne

Senior Contract Manager

Ottawa, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$100,589–$115,428 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Senior Contract Manager oversees the full lifecycle of complex export contracts, including financial arrangements, risk mitigation, and relationship management with exporters and foreign buyers. They also provide expert guidance on contract structuring and represent the organization at external trade events.

Job details

Senior Contract Manager CCC-5 Salary: $100,589 - $115,428 Please see full description & French translation in the attachment below We have 3 positions available across our Defence Contracting team and our International Prime Contracting team. One of these roles also includes reporting accountabilities with strong Excel/Power BI experience required. We are committed to delivering Canada to the world, and we want you to join us on this mission The Canadian Commercial Corporation [https://www.ccc.ca/en/about/history/] is Canada’s only government to government contracting agency. For over 75 years, governments around the world have entrusted us to reliably deliver made-in Canada solutions and projects of national importance. Through our international contracting expertise, we simplify and expedite acquisitions from Canadian suppliers across sectors including aerospace, defence and security, information and communications technology, cleantech and energy, and public infrastructure. If you want to support Canadian businesses to build successful commercial relationships with governments around the world, CCC could be your next career move. Reporting to the Manager, Contract Management, the Senior Contract Manager is responsible for the life cycle of post award contracts of complex goods and services arrangements between Canadian exporters and foreign government buyers. What you’ll be doing * Manages moderate to high complexity contract lifecycle (terms and conditions, cost, schedule, performance obligations) of export contracts from award through to close processes including financial arrangements and managing exporter and buyer issues and relationships * Provides input to business development on contract structuring based on past practices * Leads meetings with exporters and buyers in support of negotiations and issue resolution including contract amendments and changes * Provides input on exporter performance for formal review processes; provides advice, expertise and guidance to exporters to support success in pursuits and delivery * Updates project-specific financials to track progress and identify risks; develops mitigation plans including invoicing and payment approvals * Conducts site visits / meetings of exporter facilities and buyer locations to ensure project delivery is on schedule and in compliance with the contract * Represents CCC at external events such as trade shows and trade development programs – liaises with potential and existing exporters and partner base, including Canadian government representatives, delivers information sessions * Leads the assessment, analysis, monitoring, and mitigation of contract risks and issues for complex procurements/contracts, providing guidance and recommendations to stakeholders and management. * Perform analysis of contract risks and issues on moderately complex transactions and recommends mitigation approaches in accordance with policy and organizational risk thresholds. What you’ll bring to CCC * Completion of a post-secondary education in commerce or business administration * Minimum of 5 years of experience in contracting and financial management * Knowledge of contract management practices in a domestic and international context which includes international law and contracting practices * Knowledge of client /stakeholder relationship management including business development * Knowledge of office productivity software and databases, discipline-specific software, enterprise software, and technology devices * Knowledge of relevant governing legislation, regulations, and guidelines * English Essential with fluency in other languages such as, but not limited to Spanish, French, Arabic, strongly recommended What we will offer you * Competitive & transparent compensation package * Comprehensive benefit program * Defined-benefit pension plan * Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) * In-house learning and development opportunities * Health and Wellness Allowances * Career Growth Opportunities * Free onsite fitness center Check out Life at CCC [https://www.ccc.ca/en/careers/life-at-ccc/] for more! Employee must be able to work in a hybrid work environment in Ottawa, ON. CCC promotes a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. CCC is also committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. Please advise us of any accommodation requirements during the selection process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a post-secondary degree in commerce or business administration and at least 5 years of experience in contracting and financial management. Proficiency in English is essential, with strong knowledge of international contracting practices and office productivity software required.