Contracts Manager

POSITION TITLE:Contracts ManagerDEPARTMENT:ContractsLOCATION:OttawaSECURITY CLEARANCE:SecretPOSITION REPORTS TO:Director, Operations & Special Projects Nasittuq Corporation (from the Inuktitut word meaning “looking out from the highest point”) operates and maintains the North Warning System (NWS), a critical joint Canada-US radar network with 47 sites across Northern Canada. OUR CORE VALUES—Safety, Diversity, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship, and Agility—guide everything we do.Scope Reporting to the Director, Operations & Special Projects, the Contracts Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day administration of the North Warning System (NWS) and Site Support Services – Canadian Forces Station (CFS Alert) Contracts to ensure compliance with all terms of the Contracts between Nasittuq and the Government. This position promotes awareness of contractual obligations and procedures to all departments and is also responsible for the subcontracting process. What You’ll Do

• Leads the day-to-day contracts department operations
• Oversees the submission of correspondence to the Government regarding contractual clarifications, additional work requirements (through the issuance of TAs), Contract/SOW amendments, and action item lists.
• Ensures timely approval for the above submissions and assist departments with the preparation of documentation to ensure proper standards are met.
• Updates Contract terms and conditions, schedules, etc., as warranted through approved amendments and monitors contract compliance.
• Provides Nasittuq staff with a complete and comprehensive understanding of all Contract obligations stated in original RFP, Nasittuq proposals, Contract, SOW and amendments as implemented.
• Ensures Contract information including Contract/SOW amendments are distributed to appropriate Nasittuq personnel.

Who You AreEDUCATION:

• Requires a post-secondary degree or diploma in a related filed (business, law, engineering or science or a technology diploma) or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Have a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience working in contracts management with at least five (5) years as a Contracts Manager.

Competencies / Skills And Abilities

• Negotiation, decision-making and dispute resolution skills are necessary along with the ability to assess contractual compliance.
• Must be competent in MS Office software applications and must be able to analyze and interpret financial data.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Significant experience and knowledge in the operation and maintenance of large-scale industrial or military projects considered an asset.

WHY NASITTUQ?Work-Life Balance At Nasittuq, we believe that our team is our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an environment where our employees can thrive both professionally and personally. Here are some reasons why you should consider joining us: We offer flexible working hours and encourage our employees to take time for themselves and their families. Career Growth Opportunities We offer a clear career progression path, mentorship programs, and opportunities for continuous learning. Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees. Inuit Priorities We prioritize Land Claim Beneficiaries of the Nunavut, Inuvialuit, and Nunatsiavut Land Claim Agreements, encouraging applicants to self-identify. Comprehensive Benefits Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and employer-matched pension plans (5% matching contribution). Ready to Make an Impact? Join Nasittuq and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Help us maintain one of Canada’s most important defense systems while building a career you’re proud of. Land Claim Beneficiaries of the Nunavut, Inuvialuit, and Nunatsiavut Land Claim Agreements will be prioritized. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. IQQANAIJAAQTAARASUAQTUT ILAGIJAUQATAULLUTIK INUIT NUNANGANNI NUNALIRINIRNMUT ANGIRUTIUSIMAJUNUT SIVULLIQPAUTAUNIAQTUT IQQANAIJAAQTAARTITAUJUNNAQTUNUT. IKAJUQTURPATSI IQQANAIJAAQTAARASUAQATAUJUSI NALUNAIQSIQULLUSI ILAGIJAUQATAUNITSINNIK. ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕐᑎᑕᐅᔪᓐᓇᖅᑐᓄᑦ. ᐃᑲᔪᖅᑐᕐᐸᑦᓯ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖃᑕᐅᔪᓯ ᓇᓗᓇᐃᖅᓯᖁᓪᓗᓯ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓂᑦᓯᓐᓂᒃ. Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation. ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔪᖅᑐᖅᐸᒃᑲ ᐃᓄᑖᖃᑕᐅᓯᒪᔪᑦᒍᑎᒥ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᐅᔾᔭᐅᖃᑦᑕᕐᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ! Translation: We invite you to join us and embark on a rewarding career journey! We thank you for your interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates with the below titles are encouraged to apply;

• Contracts Manager
• Contract Administrator
• Government Contracts Manager
• Contract Compliance Specialist
• Subcontract Manager
• Procurement and Contracts Manager
• Contract Negotiation Expert
• Federal Contract Manager