Administrator, Contracts

The Contract Administrator serves as the primary point of contact during the bid stage, responsible for reviewing Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and Requests for Tender (RFT) from potential clients. This role includes analyzing and interpreting contract terms, assessing the risks, and redlining agreements to identify and mitigate potential commercial and legal exposures. The Contract Administrator provides clear, concise, and commercially focused recommendations to support informed decision-making.ResponsibilitiesReviewing Client bid documents for quoting Fixed Price, Time and Material, Target, Cost Reimbursable and Lump Sum/Turnkey contracts and advising on the suitability of each based on the quality of bid information receivedPrepare documents for Fixed Price, Time and Material, Target, Cost Reimbursable and Lump Sum/Turnkey contracts.Perform comprehensive commercial and contractual risk reviews at both bid and post-award stages, identifying exposures and recommending mitigation strategies.Draft proposed contractual language and special conditions to address identified risks, ensuring alignment with company policies and industry best practices.Review professional services agreements and/or compile professional services contractsReview and compile non-disclosure and confidentiality agreementsReview internal supply chain for compliance with Redpath policiesReview and Compile subcontract agreements for compliance with primary agreementsProvide contractual guidance and support to the operations group managersCreate contract crib sheets for area managers, project controllers and project accounting personnelAssist Manager, Contracts in negotiation at the post-tender stageCreate/maintain contract templates for each form on contract.Communicating with clients through formal emails, letters and meetings.Draft, review, and maintain correspondence for formal communications with clients.Support cross-functional teams to ensure contract terms are clearly understood and consistently applied.Assist with contract related document controls including the maintenance of various contract registers relating to correspondence, drawings, changes, issues, decisions, insurances, etc.Maintain training modules and participate in classroom presentationsQualificationsEducation:Required: Post-secondary education in Business, Legal or mining (with progressive experience)Preferred: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Legal, Business or equivalentWork Experience:Required: 3 years in contract administrationPreferred: 5-10 years in contract administration with experience in mining or construction and project managementAbout UsIn 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr