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At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need

people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented,

inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package,

and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers

and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.

We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a

person with a disability, please let us know by emailing RecruitmentHelp@bchydro.com, as adjustments can be made to

help support you in your application process.

Contracts Professional

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Vernon 2

Employment type: Permanent Region: Southern Interior

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 107,000.00 - 135,300.00

Position Highlights
We are transforming our contract management approach through the implementation of the BC Hydro Contract

Management Practice designed to provide strong oversight on contract compliance and contractor performance ultimately

delivering strong services for our business groups and delivering value for BC Hydro. Strong contract and performance

oversight supports meeting the business’ requirements for quality, safety and reliability producing the best total cost and

ensuring mutually beneficial supplier relationships.

The Contracts & Field Management (CFM) department is accountable for managing the contract functions related to the

efficient delivery of services, managing contractor performance and compliance as well as realizing strategic benefits. We

are accountable for the oversight of contracts for key services that account for over 80% of BC Hydro’s annual $2 billion

expenditures.

What you'll do

The Contracts Professionals will provide post award and pre award contract management services including but not limited

to:

• Review and manage contractual obligations of the parties and provide continual review to ensure that all terms and

conditions are met; monitor contract performance, including the reporting and status of contractor and BC Hydro

deliverables.

• Engage with applicable stakeholders and Contract Management to support resolution of contract issues, including change

management, contract disputes and claims management / resolution.

• Perform day to day contract management activities including, but not limited to, attending and/or chairing progress

meetings, preparing and issuing meeting minutes, monitoring schedules, expediting, drafting of change documents as

required, facilitate change processes, negotiations, support negotiation of claims and disputes as required, forecasting,

accrual reporting, validation of payment requests, tracking of contract submittals and other deliverables, monitor document

controls and contract interpretation.

• Assists in the design and implementation of innovative strategies to enhance vendor management and optimize BCH's

contract spend.

• Regularly interact with feeder crews to ensure seamless communication and coordination.

• Conduct site visits as required, ensuring compliance with operational standards and safety protocols.

What you bring

• Degree or equivalent in relevant discipline such as Engineering, Construction/Project Management, Law, or related

discipline. A combination of education, professional training and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Minimum of seven years progressive experience managing complex construction contracts. Candidates with lesser

qualifications may still be considered.

• Strong technical background or experience in Line Construction are considered an asset and required.

• International Association of Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM) Certification to Associate level is an asset.

• Must possess excellent interpersonal, communications, negotiating, project management, planning and organizational

skills.

• Demonstrated experience in successful change management initiatives.

• Proficiency with MS Office including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.

• Knowledge and experience with Unifier, SharePoint and SAP applications are an asset.

• Knowledge of the distribution system and transmission feeder would be an asset.

• Valid Class 5 Drivers License.

What we offer

• A comprehensive benefits package

• A minimum of 15 paid vacation days

• A lifetime pension

• Flexible work model, depending on your role type

• Training and development courses

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

Must Have experience and knowledge working with the electrical distribution system

Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be

required as a pre-condition to employment.

What else you should know

This position is a for Full Time Regular position.

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,

include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without

any delays.

Location: Vernon, British Columbia, V1T 8S4

Date Posted: 2025-05-30 Closing Date: 2025-06-15

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