JOB SUMMARY:
As a senior role integrated within large, multi-discipline project teams, this position is responsible for the development, negotiation, and management of sensitive and complex contracts related to Sask Power’s nuclear division.
Organization, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are critical to success. This role will ensure the effective management of internal and external stakeholder relationships, sensitive issues, and escalations, as required.
This role is accountable to provide contracting methodology assessments, strategic contract management expertise, and guidance in the administration of complex contracts. As a member of Sask Power’s management team, this position acts as a central point of contact in the management and administration of strategic and operational functions, providing expert advice and direction that aligns with departmental and corporate goals and objectives.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Assist the project team in soliciting and evaluating budgetary quotes for major equipment supply and construction services contracts.
- Preparation of Contracts and Supporting Documentation
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Assist with the preparation of conformed specifications identifying areas of proposals to be included in contracts, assembling contracts, preparing supporting documentation and contract obligation summary (including Purchasing Requisition, Agreement Summary & Execution Request), Direct and manage contract execution (obtaining approvals and signatures from Sask Power proper officer(s)), providing a copy of the signed contract to the supplier, ensuring a Purchase Order is created, and ensuring the contract is logged and filed in accordance with corporate standards.
- Negotiating and Facilitating Contract Negotiations: Lead the development of negotiation strategies, establish roles and responsibilities for the negotiating team, and identify risks, barriers, and opportunities. Lead contract negotiations, prepare negotiation agendas, and communicate negotiation progress to stakeholders. Review proposed bids to ensure awards are in alignment with Sask Power’s expectations in relation to local, Indigenous, and women- owned business (WOB) targets and are considered best value for Sask Power.
Lead contract risk review discussions with the business unit and assigned legal counsel
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Provide guidance and ensure compliance with Sask Power’s governance requirements and policies, including signing authority, spending authority, and procurement policies and procedures.
- Contract Change Management: Track and monitor compliance with contract obligations, including letters of credit, performance bonds, and insurance documentation. Act as the central point of communication with suppliers in managing contract variations in accordance with contract provisions and organizational policies and procedures (including preparation of routine and non-routine notices, contract change orders/change directives, and amendments).
- Conflict Resolution: Effectively manage internal and external stakeholder relationships, sensitive issues and escalation as required. Manage conflicts related to scope changes, delays, quality issues, price changes, or contractual disputes to avoid damage to supplier relationships, impacts to operations, and harm to Sask Power’s reputation. Help identify the root cause, maintain communication with the supplier, and ensure all communications are properly documented and escalated to internal stakeholders as required.
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