Contracts Professional (Stations Field Operations)
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About the role
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Contracts Professional (Stations Field Operations)
Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Campbell River Ironwood
Employment type: Permanent Region: Vancouver Island
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid
Annual salary: $ 109,700.00 - 138,700.00
What you'll do
Stations Field Operations (SFO) is offering a field based Contract Management opportunity. An Operations-focused
qualified Contracts Professional is required to manage external service providers supporting maintenance and operations of
specialized equipment and facilities in various locations. Reporting to Vancouver Island, Thermal and Non-Integrated Areas’
Contracts Specialist, the Contracts Professional will work with SFO managers, crew, and local field support staff to establish
and effectively manage long-term complex contracts and other work as the business requires.
Key success factors for the role include:
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an ability to work with and influence internal and external stakeholders,
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an ability to understand and optimize detailed contract terms and conditions,
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a commitment to implementing continuous process improvements, and
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an understanding of the thermal power industry.
This role will ensure delivery of services in alignment with overall strategy and business group objectives through oversight
of contract compliance and contractor performance. The Contracts Professional will ensure contracts are meeting
performance objectives by actively managing and taking responsibility for successful outcomes. The Contracts Professional
is well versed in contract terms and conditions, and understands the strategic value of relationships. They work with cross-
functional teams to develop and execute contract management processes and are responsible for planning and
communication of category contracts. Throughout the contract management lifecycle, the Contracts Professional is
accountable for leading and/or contributing to:
- balancing requirements for quality, safety, reliability, cost and resources,
- ensuring fairness and accountability for all parties involved,
- building relationships across internal business groups, stakeholders, and suppliers,
- turning difficult conversations into constructive, mutually beneficial outcomes,
- identifying and implementing business process improvements to maximize benefits, and
- evaluating contract format, pricing structure, scope definition, and Terms & Conditions, and clearly articulating these
aspects to stakeholders.
Duties:
- Lead development of contract requirements, specifications, and evaluation criteria.
- Perform review of contractor submissions, providing feedback on acceptance/rejection (including drawings, reports,
management plans, etc.).
- Monitor service deliverables and adherence to contract requirements; report on performance results.
- Assist in resolution of technical and/or contractual queries and disputes.
- Provide support to Field Managers navigating service requests, clarifying obligations and helping to facilitate planning and
execution of work.
- Coordinate with other groups within BC Hydro as required to meet service objectives.
- Perform an oversight and coordinating role on matters related to safety, environment, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assist in the design and implementation of innovative strategies to improve
internal processes, and to enhance vendor management while optimizing contract spend.
- Provide leadership related to service and supply contracts for thermal generating plants.
- Contribute to advancement and sustainment of business improvement, through a Thermal Operations lens.
- Develop and manage accommodation agreements and provide input to contract change requests.
- Review and approve vendor invoices.
- Manage all aspects of assigned work, including: chairing meetings, monitoring schedules, managing scope, tracking
submittals, mitigating risk of claims and disputes, etc.
- Provide general support to Field Managers, helping with projects or initiatives as needed to meet overall business group
objectives.
What you bring
- University degree in engineering or other technical discipline, with one or more professional designations/certifications (ex:
PEng, PMP, IACCM, CPA, MBA). A combination of education, professional training and relevant experience (i.e., Power
Engineering qualification) will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Knowledge or background in thermal generation or utility field operations would be a significant asset
- Minimum 7 years experience executing value-add contracts and delivering strategic benefits to achieve specific business
outcomes
- Ability to address technical and/or contractual challenges, and the skills to incorporate elements of problem solving,
analysis and innovation
- Experience supporting large, complex contracts involving delivery of services and/or commodity supply such as fuels and
chemicals used in the thermal industry
- Experience operating within Crown corporations or Government environments would be beneficial
- Experience successfully navigating complex relationships and negotiations would be beneficial
- Leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written form to various audiences
- Experience analyzing and interpreting data, identifying trends to clearly communicate findings and make
recommendations
- Proficiency with computer software/systems, including use of analytical tools and Sharepoint.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal communications, project/task management, planning and organizational skills
What we offer
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A comprehensive benefits package
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A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
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A lifetime pension
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Flexible work model, depending on your role type
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Training and development courses
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
What else you should know
- Headquarters will be located at the Campbell River Ironwood office, although Ft. Nelson or Burrard may be considered in
certain circumstances.
- Applicants should expect to their time to be shared between office and field environments, as required for the work, and
regular travel throughout the Province is a requirement of this role.
- Must possess a valid Class 5: Driver's License
- Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will
be required as a pre-condition to employment.
Location: Campbell River, BC, Canada, V9W 5T5
Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,
include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without
any delays.
Date Posted: 2026-05-28 Closing Date: 2026-06-09
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