Director, Contracts

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs , and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction . With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Commercial Operations, the Director of Contracts is responsible for leading the contracts function, including but not limited to: template creation and maintenance, developing talent, providing accurate and timely commercial and contract guidance to Aecon leadership, and cross functional collaboration in support of business interests, consistent with their education, training, and experience.

Citizenship – Must be a US Citizen to apply for this position.

What You'll Do Here

• The Director of Contracts has responsibility for, and leads the organization, that supports all customer contracts, subcontracts, and other documents related to a project, throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee, draft, review, negotiate and/or drive to execution all documents involved in the pursuit and execution of a project, including requests for quotation, requests for proposals, confidentiality agreements, pre-bid agreements, purchase orders, contracts, representations and certifications, NDAs, MSAs, subcontracting agreements, etc. within a cross functional environment while exhibiting an exceptional attention to detail in applying company policies and procedures by providing practical analysis of inherent risks, mitigation strategies, and recommendations for commercial matters to operations staff during each phase of the project lifecycle.
• Draft or amend organizational templates, policies, training, and standard operating procedures, with various stakeholder inputs.
• Prepare project specific contract administration manuals as required.
• Assist project staff with the interpretation and practical application of contract documents.
• Document significant events on assigned project(s), typically, safety performance, productivity concerns, cost and schedule issues and other change management concerns.
• Oversee the formation and administration of contracts with subcontractors and ensure that required and relevant customer terms are flowed down appropriately.
• Be an agent for change across the value stream to add value that benefits the business.
• Ensure the department maintains an accurate database for all executed contracts and subcontracts, contractual/commercial issues, and drafts for each project.
• Provide presentations and workshops, as required by the Supervisor, to the employees with respect to contract administration including, corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines, change and delay management.
• Foster a close, working relationship with various functions, including Legal and Commercial departments, as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring To The Team

• 10 years’ experience in the industrial engineering, nuclear or construction industries.
• 5 years’ experience leading others and having overall responsibility for a contracts. function within a cross functional construction, engineering, or manufacturing setting.
• A Bachelor's degree, is required.
• J.D. is highly desired.
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong work ethic and robust organizational skills.
• Experience negotiating and drafting commercial contracts in corporate setting.
• Knowledge of project operations, policies, procedures, and strategic direction.
• Understanding of project planning, scheduling and management.
• Experience dealing with labor obligations and their impact on the Project.
• Ability to grasp technical and commercial issues, understand how they fit within the contractual context, and develop appropriate written positions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proactive, critical thinker.
• Exceptional planning & time management skills.
• Exceptional decision-making ability and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence.
• Working knowledge of FAR.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the EEOC during any step of the application process, please  click here .

At Aecon, we deeply appreciate the dedication and skills cultivated through military service. We encourage veterans to apply, recognizing the diverse perspective, resilience, and leadership abilities you bring. Your experiences are invaluable assets as we strive towards our shared goals.