PRIMARY PURPOSE
Develops and implements Contract Management Plans and establishes of key requirements, measures and protocols to mitigate risks and reports on any concerns to the Management. Manages all commercial activities related to assigned contracts to ensure consistency with contracts’ terms and conditions.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Contributes to contract strategies; supports negotiation of complex, high risk, major contracts and leads subsequent management and delivery of successful contracts.
Develops and implements Contract Management Plans to ensure all aspects of assigned contracts are met; establishes of key requirements, measures and protocols to mitigate risks and reports on any concerns to the Management.
Manages all commercial activities related to assigned contracts to ensure consistency with contract terms and conditions. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure work schedules are appropriately coordinated thereby minimizing service and project interruptions.
Engages with key stakeholders to ensure adherence and compliance with the terms of the contract(s). Evaluates and recommends contracts amendments to ensure effectiveness of contractual change management and reviews financial implications. Audits contract invoices; prepares documentation for contract closeout and ensures all the documentation is processed and filed.
Participates in progress review meetings on a regular basis with internal stakeholders and suppliers. Leads supplier’s performance management by monitoring suppliers’ performance to ensure services are being delivered within the terms and conditions of established contracts and consolidates Supplier Performance Evaluation Plan towards supplier compliance with performance requirements.
Assists in developing and implementing contract management procedures and processes to ensure compliance with TransLink’s policies and audits. Develops and implements claim avoidance and mitigation strategy to support any claims that may arise within contracts; drafts and/or reviews letters regarding commercial/contractual matters.
Supervises staff, providing support for hiring, training and development, coaching, and all other people management tasks, as directed by the reporting Manager.
