Contracts Manager (Calgary)

Role Overview The Contracts Manager is responsible for managing construction, services and material/equipment supply contracts during the execution of EPCM projects. The role oversees the entire contracting process from proposal through project close‑out, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget completion. Key Responsibilities Draft contracting strategies and pricing or contractor selection strategies in consultation with project, engineering, procurement and controls teams.

Develop the sourcing plan, manage the prequalification process and prepare the final bidders list. Implement the contract management plan, document it as part of the Project Execution Plan (PEP), and manage processes within the procurement system. Lead the bidding process, review contract terms, recommend special terms, and prepare and award contracts.

Handover executed contracts to site administration and manage contractual change control. Monitor programs, conduct progress meetings, certify payments, and administer claims. Prepare and implement contractual documents and change notices; maintain contract registers.

Forecast costs and cash flow, manage bonds/guarantees and closeout, handing over to the client. Apply contractor performance evaluations and manage bond/guarantee administration. Supervise, train and assist team members; conduct regular meetings.

Coordinate with the Procurement Manager for resource planning and personnel assessment. Communicate and ensure compliance with Hatch and client governance and procedural requirements. Qualifications and Experience Contracts/legal related training and general project and management training.

Experience drafting commercial terms and understanding of legal implications. Strong negotiation and communication skills. Excellent understanding of procurement processes, contract management and corporate governance principles.

Knowledge of local market, contractors and contracting strategies. Proven managerial skills and experience with contractor management. Knowledge of quality systems, environmental, health and safety regulations, procurement system reporting tools.

Experience with contract change management, schedule change management and dispute resolution. Prior site‑based experience in construction contract administration. Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred: Appropriate tertiary qualification, legal or arbitration certification, international experience in a similar role. What We Offer Flexible work environment. Long‑term career development.

Global work with local impact. Equal Opportunity Employer Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know.

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