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As an experienced Contracts Manager – Design Agreements in the Technical Office – Design Agreements team at Pomerleau Construction, you will support new and ongoing project growth and challenge industry standards with your trade-driven expertise and knowledge. Working on large-scale building and infrastructure projects – ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion – you will work closely with our proposals team and various client groups to secure bids and ensure project success.

What You Will Do

Under the direction of the Commercial Director, the Contracts Manager is responsible for carrying out the tasks listed below:

• Participate to consultants’ selection process by preparing the statement of qualifications, evaluating consultants’ responses and organizing interviews, etc.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate different consultant contracts with architects, engineers and specialty consultants for various project delivery models including design-build, progressive design-build, and integrated project delivery
• In collaboration with the legal team and bid managers analyze the risks associated with the various design agreements to align with the terms and risk profile of the prime contract between the design-builder and the client
• Work closely with design managers, legal counsel, insurance specialists, project managers, and preconstruction and construction leads to ensure contract strategies support project delivery and corporate policies
• Collaborate with design managers and bid managers to define, develop, and finalize scopes of work and design schedules for the RFP and execution phases to ensure alignment with project requirements and timely execution of contracts
• Support the negotiation of consultant fees and related commercial terms, including payment milestones, holdbacks, and payment schedules
• Maintain and develop standard contract templates tailored to various project phases and delivery modes
• Manage the internal contract approval processes and ensure all agreements are compliant with company standards and legal requirements
• Provide contract interpretation and support to project teams during contract execution and dispute resolution
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of contract management tools, processes, and templates to support efficiency and consistency across projects.
• Maintain strong relations with the engineering and architecture consultants
• Convey a positive and consistent image of Pomerleau and its values to stakeholders
• Participate in ensuring the integrity of the process and foster positive internal and external relations.

This role could be for you if you have

• Post-secondary education in engineering, law, or equivalent
• 7+ years of experience in contract management within the construction or engineering sectors, for building and/or infrastructure projects (experience in both building and infrastructure is an asset)
• English necessary, French is an asset
• Experience working in a design-builder or engineering firms
• Strong understanding of alternative delivery mode projects (P3, design-build), or related experience
• Strong understanding of public procurement processes (IO, Metrolinx etc…) and policies, and proposal processes
• Strong understanding of various contractual and commercial concepts and their interrelations, such as liquidated damages, liability caps, indemnity clauses, payment terms, intellectual property rights, insurance requirements, and change management provisions.
• Excellent negotiation skills and strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Advanced technical skills in MS Word, MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong sense of initiative and ability to work independently as well as collaborate successfully in a team environment
• Superior organizational and project management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects to completion
• Ability to self-manage a project or a process and complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to adapt to varied schedules in a work environment with tight deadlines
• Conscientious with great attention to detail
• Available to travel across the country on an occasional basis

Why You Should Apply

For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Who We Are

We are Pomerleau, a national leader in the construction industry, specializing in building, civil and infrastructure, and major projects throughout Canada. For over 60 years, our team has worked hard to not only build amazing communities but also an environment where our employees can learn, develop and most importantly, THRIVE!

Our foundation is built upon our 5 core values that champion innovation, love, authenticity, excellence, and adaptability. We believe that our success hinges on cultivating and fostering a dynamic company culture. At Pomerleau, we are more than just a workplace; we are an energetic organization that thrives on collaboration, professional development, and most importantly, having fun!

Join us on a journey where your ambitions are nurtured, your ideas are valued and your colleagues are genuine friends. Together, we will create an environment that inspires greatness and transforms ordinary days into extraordinary experiences.

At Pomerleau, we are dedicated to developing a respectful and inclusive workplace. We believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to achieve, succeed, and be their authentic selves. We celebrate our differences as strengths, welcoming and encouraging all applicants.

We are committed to adapting and providing special accommodations to anyone with disabilities throughout any stage of the recruitment process. Please contact one of our recruiters directly to discuss how we ensure you are supported throughout the recruitment process.