Contracts & Risk Manager | Scarborough , ON

Description

• Mediate disputes between branches, contractors, and customers.
• Calculate amounts owing, markups, and negotiate payment arrangements.
• Educate internal staff on contract requirements, risks, and legislative or policy changes.
• File necessary documents for lien or bankruptcy-related recovery.
• Advise internal teams and customers on contractual rights and obligations.
• Support dispute resolution, including documentation, negotiations, and arbitration meetings.
• Negotiate and approve contractual terms within delegated thresholds.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and engineers to ensure contract compliance.
• Issue service suspensions, demand letters, cure notices, and other formal notices.
• Participate in weekly calls with branches and Finance to review escalated accounts.
• Drive the preparation, pricing, negotiation, and approval of change orders.
• Review bid documents, contracts, terms & conditions, and change orders.
• Manage liens, bond applications, insurance certificates, and related security instruments.
• Manage the full contracting process from review to execution and close-out.
• Coordinate AR recovery with Finance and branches; contact delinquent customers to discuss payment options.

Requirements

• Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management, commercial management, risk management, or related field.
• Experience in construction, industrial services, or technical project environments (asset).
• Experience negotiating commercial agreements with customers and contractors.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze contractual language and technical documents.
• Strong knowledge of contract terms, change orders, liens, bonding, and commercial risk.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and contract tracking tools.

Benefits

• Life insurance
• Bonus plans for all positions
• Dental care
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Competitive salaries
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Vision care
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance