Contracts Manager-Rail & transit
Sener
A global engineering and technology group specializing in aerospace, energy, and infrastructure.
Manage contracts for rail projects, ensuring compliance, negotiations, and risk mitigation.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
2,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Construction
Architecture
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Real estate
Industry
Infrastructures
Marine
Health
Transportation
Energy
Renewables
Role
Description
change orders
contract drafting
risk advisory
compliance monitoring
claim management
stakeholder coordination
- Manage contract change order process
- Review, draft, and negotiate end customer & supplier agreements
- Advise on contractual structures and risks emanating from the envisioned transaction
- Proactively work to ensure that contract requirements for realizing change orders are submitted in a timely fashion and contain all required information, including sufficient supporting documentation
- Ensure that project delivery interests are being advanced and coordinate inputs from support functions within company (e.g., Finance, Insurance, etc.) with emphasis on infrastructure-type and technology contracts
- Monitor and foster compliance to contractual requirements by consulting with the project delivery team
- Contribute to the development and implementation of any risk mitigation plan, including the drafting of formal project communications
- Lead, in tandem with other colleagues (e.g., Sales, Procurement, etc.), the development of contractual arrangements between the company and its customers or suppliers
- Lead the management of claims, including but not limited to those associated with out-of-scope work and extension of time, in consort with internal stakeholders (e.g., Project Manager, executive management, etc.) by ensuring that all required contractual steps are professionally managed
Requirements
10+ years
contract management
rail infrastructure
negotiation
risk management
engineering
- Engineering background is not mandatory but an asset
- Must have 10 plus years of experience in contract management
- Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to deal professionally with difficult individuals and problematic situations
- Must have both client and supplier experience
- Experience working on large projects in Rail and Infrastructure is mandatory
- Experience in the Rail or large Civil project industry preferred
- Minimum of 10-12 years of experience administering / negotiating / managing contracts
- Must have the ability to comprehend and understand requirements, company policies particularly pertaining to contracts, insurance, bonding, and risk management
- Must be an Initiative-taking individual capable of working independently with minimal supervision, who is also a team player
- Fluency in other languages like French and Spanish an asset but not mandatory
- Engineering background is a plus but not mandatory
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1956
Year Established
The company was established in 1956 as a leader in engineering and technology.
- The company has a rich history of designing innovative solutions for aerospace, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
- Sener has completed major projects in aerospace, where they have been instrumental in space exploration.
- The company also leads in providing advanced technology for the energy sector, including renewable energy and nuclear power.
- Infrastructure projects by Sener range from transportation networks to large-scale civil engineering works.
- Known for its specialized role in space exploration, Sener has contributed to projects like the James Webb Space Telescope.
- Sener’s engineers design cutting-edge systems, bringing together mechanical, electrical, and software engineering to solve complex challenges.
- With a focus on sustainable and innovative solutions, Sener continues to drive advancements in critical global sectors.
Culture + Values
- Innovation
- Excellence
- Commitment
- Passion
- Teamwork
Environment + Sustainability
4.1% Electricity
Consumption Reduction
Achieved a 4.1% reduction in electricity consumption in 2023.
25.2% Natural Gas
Consumption Reduction
Reduced natural gas consumption by 25.2% in 2023.
20% Energy Savings
Office Energy Efficiency
Implemented an Energy Management System achieving ~20% energy savings in offices.
80% SDG Alignment
Sustainable Development Goals
80% of projects are aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals and 6 EU green taxonomy objectives.
- Net zero emissions target by 2050
- Developed CO₂ capture solutions in marine engineering (e.g., CO₂-capturing tanker design)
- Joined Net Zero Space initiative targeting orbital infrastructure sustainability
- Pursuing circular economy through zero-waste raw material reuse and waste-to-energy plants
- Sustainability strategy structured on ESG pillars with defined indicators and a Climate Ambition Accelerator (SBT) scorecard
Inclusion & Diversity
34 Nationalities
Global Workforce
The workforce includes employees from 34 different countries, reflecting a highly diverse global team.
27% Women
Workforce Representation
Women make up 27% of the company's workforce, contributing to gender diversity across teams.
15% Under 35
Younger Employees
15% of the workforce is under 35 years old, indicating a strong focus on generational diversity and fresh perspectives.
2024 Renewal
Diversity Commitment
The company has renewed its commitment to the Diversity Charter of Fundación Diversidad until 2024.
- Signatory to Code of Principles for Generational Diversity; pursuing Diversity 360 certification
- Joined Women and Engineering programme (Royal Academy of Engineering) in 2022
- EFR (Equilibrium, Flexibility, Responsibility) certification for work-life balance
- Equality Plan and Diversity & Inclusion Plan (Sener EQUAL) integrated into Code of Conduct and People Policy
- Protocol for Prevention of Harassment in the Workplace in place
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