JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 12309

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Commercial Management (20001220) - Head & Staff - Commercial Management (30000598)

Salary Information: $96,460.00 - $120,611.40

Pay Scale Group: 09SA (CAN/S/J/09SA)

Employment Type: Regular

New or Existing Vacancy: Existing (Hybrid)

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday & Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: February 25, 2026

Last Day to Apply: March 11, 2026

Career Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Commercial Management, the Senior Contract Administrator is responsible for coordinating and administering the day-to-day activities associated with contract administration for a portfolio of contracts. They will be responsible for administering complex contracts, including those for construction, design, engineering, and professional services in accordance with TTC’s policies and departmental procedures.

The Senior Contract Administrator will provide contract administration expertise and leadership over large, complex and high value contracts. They will develop and implement strategies that align with business objectives for the contracts they oversee. This role involves managing supplier relationships, analyzing market trends and optimizing commercial management processes.

What You Will Do

You will ensure all post-award activities are in accordance with contract requirements including contract interpretation, contract planning, management and administration for small, medium-to-large scale, high value and complex projects.

You will review vendors’ submissions such as work plans, tasks/work assignments, change requests, amendments, invoices, commercial/contractual notices, claim notices and submissions, and other contractual correspondence to ensure compliance with contracts terms and conditions and the scope of the work;

You will evaluate, negotiate commercial aspects of work plan submissions and processes work plan/assignment releases

Your role will include reviewing, interpreting and analysis of contract requirements, tenders, andcontract documents, to ensure that the overall contracting strategy and individual clauses/terms are applied appropriately and consistently to reduce the risk and protect the interests of TTC.

You will manage stakeholder relationships and optimize commercial management processes.

You will identify and advise on the resolution of a range of critical contract works with the project delivery teams and vendors to resolve contractual inconsistencies, irregularities, and other related issues i.e., vendor performance.

The Senior Contract Administrator will be expected to enforce contractual obligations and conditions by engaging internal legal representation and providing assistance in negotiations and resolution of matters, or enforcement of penalty clauses, Liquidated Damages, etc. Escalates complex, high-profile issues/matters to the Commercial Manager

Your role will include being responsible for accurate administration of various contract records, such as changes, variations, Invoices, amendments, correspondence, notices etc. in the Contract Management System.

You will monitor assigned contracts and the respective progress, analyze internal data, and prepares and provides status reports to management and project teams, as required.

In this role, you will be required to analyze rationale for contract changes/amendment/claims and implement claims avoidance and mitigation practices/strategies.

You will contribute expertise and advice to the design, planning, development of the existing contract management systems, standards and operational procedures, including recommendations to improve/adjust contract management processes/procedures.

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of a University degree or College graduation, or equivalent, combined with directly related work experience in the field of contract administration or complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge, and experience in contract administration practices in complex construction and infrastructure environments;
• Ability to read and comprehend technical specifications and drawings and possess a good understanding of technical issues related to revenue vehicle/equipment manufacturing, engineering design and construction as well as a very good understanding of legal and commercial
• issues and practices related to tender and contract law.
• Strong knowledge of contracting principles, processes, methods, practices as well as accounting and scheduling principles;
• Proven experience in managing projects and contracts in a multi-functional environment;
• Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control principles, practices and methods to lead the implementation of controls for contract management processes;
• Strong knowledge of claims management techniques and practices in a large scale, multi-faceted environment;
• Solid negotiation and oral/written/presentation skills to manage contract administration and commercial management issues;
• Sound interpersonal and oral/written/presentation skills to present complex and/or new ideas with clarity and simplicity, liaise with all levels within the organization and in the field, and work effectively with specialists across multiple sectors;
• Good understanding of relevant legislation;
• Understanding of construction planning, scheduling and management;
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.

Assets:

Civil Engineering Degree, Quantity Surveying Degree, Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA), Member of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or similar designation.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging, representation and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570 or Jobs@ttc.ca . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
• All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
• During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
• You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC’s hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.