Coordinator, Contract Services

Are you a highly self‑motivated professional with experience in project development or management, related to infrastructure projects?Do you have a strong understanding of technical document preparation or review, including Statements of Work, technical drawings, and specifications?Are you a great communicator, who is experienced in managing strategic relationships and utilizing positive negotiation tactics? Job Overview We are looking for a candidate with strong technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills to join our DCC team in Shilo, Manitoba. The Coordinator, Contract Services (Procurement Officer), arranges and prepares standard contracts for the Client‑Partners (e.g. construction, professional services). The incumbent determines Client‑Partner needs, provides advice on appropriate procurement approaches, reviews Client‑Partner documentation, and arranges for the preparation and submission of documents to the responsible contract authority. The incumbent also makes recommendations to the contract authority about initiating procurement, process decisions and contract awards, and manages the Client‑Partner relationship. Responsibilities Provide advice to Client‑Partners on all aspects of procurement Review Client‑Partner information (e.g. specifications, financial details, security) and assemble for submission to the contract authority Prepare procurement documents Review tender submissions for compliance and facilitate proposal evaluations Make recommendations to the contract authority for approval (e.g. procurement initiation, process decisions, contract awards) Negotiate contracts with proponents Respond to inquiries from bidders Communicate with Client‑Partners and industry, including debriefing unsuccessful bidders Prepare Notices of Proposed Procurement Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client‑Partners and/or stakeholders Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client‑Partner expectations Review and approve initiation and award of contracts, within delegated signing authority Participate, promote and sometimes lead procurement planning with Client‑Partners Manage risk Other duties as assigned Qualifications Skills Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in procurement DCC and Client‑Partner procurement processes and procedures Government policies and trade agreements Project and risk management principles Formal Education And/or Certification(s) And Experience Minimum: college diploma in architecture, engineering technology or related field with four years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent Abilities Use applicable computer software and operating systems Apply project and risk management techniques Required Appropriate security clearance is a condition of employment. The candidate is responsible for obtaining and maintaining their required security level clearance. Compliance with DCC’s Code of Business Conduct. Benefits Your Package Includes Health and Wellness 100% employer‑paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership $1,500 for mental health services on top of regular $1,500 paramedical coverage Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans Home and Family Life, accidental‑death, and short‑term disability insurance Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program Maternity and parental leave top‑up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home Leave and Retirement Public‑service pension Comprehensive vacation and other paid‑leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans Employer Commitment DCC is committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. We also welcome applications from those who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information. #J-18808-Ljbffr