Grizzlytrek Group
Senior Manager – Contract Management
Edmonton, Alberta | Full-Time Contract
Construction Contracts | Senior Level | Site-Based
| Position Type | Full-Time Contract |
| Location | Edmonton, Alberta (ENZHEC Site) |
| Schedule | Site-based, Monday to Friday |
| Compensation | $90.00 to $100.00 per hour |
| Experience | Extensive experience in contract management within large construction or industrial projects |
With the majority of sourcing activities completed, this role is execution-focused. The successful candidate will manage construction-phase contracts, including unit rate, Time and Material (T&M), and reimbursable contracts. The position requires deep experience operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and strong systems capability, particularly within SAP and LEMS-based processes.
- Lead contract administration for third-party services, engineering, and construction contracts at the project site
- Manage construction contracts executed on Time and Material, unit rate, and reimbursable bases, ensuring strict compliance with contractual terms and conditions
- Oversee EPC and EPCM-related contracts, amendments, and commercial interfaces during construction execution
- Manage and validate T&M cost controls, including labor, equipment, material, and indirect cost components
- Review, analyze, and approve contractor invoices, ensuring alignment with approved rates, backup documentation, and contract terms
- Lead change order development, evaluation, negotiation, and approval, ensuring timely commercial resolution and documentation
- Monitor contractor performance against contractual, commercial, and schedule obligations, escalating issues as required
- Act as the primary commercial interface between construction, engineering, procurement, finance, project controls, and external contractors
- Manage multiple internal and external stakeholders, balancing commercial risk, execution needs, and relationship management
- Utilize SAP and contract management systems to support cost tracking, commitments, accruals, forecasting, and reporting
- Apply LEMS processes to support disciplined contract execution, cost transparency, and governance compliance
- Identify commercial risks and opportunities during construction execution and implement mitigation strategies
- Ensure contract execution aligns with project governance, internal controls, and audit requirements
- Support claims avoidance through proactive contract administration and early issue resolution
- Extensive experience in contract management within large construction or industrial projects, preferably in energy, hydrogen, or heavy industrial facilities
- Demonstrated experience managing Time and Material and unit rate construction contracts during execution phases
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex contracts simultaneously in fast-paced site environments
- Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting construction execution teams
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Advanced experience administering Time and Material construction contracts, including cost validation and rate analysis
- Strong understanding of construction contract structures, EPC/EPCM models, and third-party service agreements
- Hands-on experience with SAP (advanced user) for commitments, cost tracking, accruals, and reporting
- Proficiency with LEMS processes and governance frameworks
- Cost tracking, forecasting, and budget control for construction-phase contracts
- Invoice validation, reconciliation, and audit support
- Labor, equipment, and indirect rate benchmarking and analysis
- Change order management, documentation, and commercial negotiation
- Strong systems-focused mindset with the ability to leverage tools and data for decision-making
- Understanding of construction scheduling, resource planning, and interface management
- Competitive compensation of $90.00 to $100.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications
- Opportunities for overtime based on operational requirements
- Life insurance: $100,000 employee / $10,000 spouse / $5,000 per child
- AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage
- Extended health care: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing
- Paramedical services: chiro, physio, massage, mental health (annual coverage)
- Vision care: glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams
- Dental care: 80% basic ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 ortho for children
- Travel insurance: up to $5,000,000 per incident (trips up to 90 days)
- Ongoing training and career development support
Apply now at www.grizzlytrekgroup.com
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