Are you ready to help us create a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future?
At Aker Solutions we are changemakers with nearly 200 years of experience, committed to helping the energy industry #PowerTheChange towards a net-zero future.
We are driven by collaboration and curiosity, building tomorrow’s technological solutions today!
Our team in St. John's, NL is growing and we're seeking a Contracts Administrator to support our Contracts Management group!
What will you be doing?
- Ensure all contracts and subcontract agreements are administered in compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, client obligations, and company policies and procedures.
- Coordinate the contract and subcontract pre-award process, including the review of commercial terms, documentation, and contractual requirements.
- Prepare, review, and administer contracts, subcontracts, amendments, change orders, and other contractual documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, and milestones to ensure compliance with contract terms and timely execution of work.
- Collaborate with project management, engineering, project controls, HSSE, quality, and operations teams to address contractual matters and support project objectives.
- Manage contract correspondence and maintain complete, accurate, and auditable contract records and documentation.
- Review and process contractor and subcontractor payment applications, ensuring compliance with contract terms and supporting documentation requirements.
- Evaluate and administer contract changes, claims, and variations, ensuring appropriate review, approval, documentation, and communication to stakeholders.
- Assist in the identification and mitigation of contractual risks and support the resolution of commercial and contractual issues.
- Coordinate contract close-out activities, including final account settlement, documentation completion, lessons learned, and contractor performance evaluations.
We Think You Should Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in contract and subcontract administration, preferably supporting large-scale engineering, procurement, construction, or industrial projects.
- Demonstrated experience in the preparation, review, negotiation, administration, and close-out of contracts and subcontracts throughout the project lifecycle.
- Strong knowledge of contract management principles, commercial terms and conditions, change management, claims administration, and risk mitigation practices.
- Proven ability to work effectively with project teams, contractors, subcontractors, and key stakeholders to ensure contractual compliance and successful project delivery.
- Experience administering contracts within Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) environments is considered a strong asset.
What We Offer
At Aker Solutions we are committed to creating an enjoyable, rewarding, and engaging career where you can thrive. Our aim is to build a long-term mutually beneficial relationship with you, in order to motivate and retain your talent. We offer a variety of global and local initiatives which support your well-being and development, so that you feel valued throughout your career – professionally and personally.
Some Of Them Are
- Solid pension and insurance coverage: We take care of our employees by offering competitive RRSP, insurance, and health plans that ensure your well-being today and in the future.
- Well-being: Enjoy access to fitness facilities and incentives.
- Vibrant Young Professional network: Connect, grow and thrive in our international community, Young Solutioneers.
Apply Now!
If this sounds like your next career move, we would love to hear from you!
Consistent with the Atlantic Accords Act, residents of Newfoundland and Labrador specifically, and Canadians generally, who are qualified, will be given first consideration for training and employment. We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please note: Background checks are conducted as part of our recruitment process on all final candidates for all roles. Furthermore, depending on the role, a risk assessment including an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries where relevant may be carried out in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, clients and company requirements.
To protect your privacy, we kindly ask that you submit your application through our recruitment portal.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Aker Solutions, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive. Diversity fuels creativity and innovation, making it a key competitive advantage. We embrace all aspects of diversity, including disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and more. We have experience with accommodating various needs and are always open to finding solutions that suit you. We encourage everyone to apply and are here to support you throughout the recruitment process.
This is Aker Solutions
Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,800 people in 13 countries.
