Senior Contracts Manager

Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World. Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you! Job Description The Senior Contracts Manager provides strategic leadership and oversight for complex, high-value contracts across diverse commercial structures, including lump sum, reimbursable cost, and unit price agreements. Serving as a trusted advisor and competent hands-on contracts manager, this role ensures contractual compliance, mitigates risk, and drives proactive claims avoidance strategies throughout the contract lifecycle from inception to close-out. The position demands deep expertise in contract law, advanced commercial acumen, and the ability to shape and implement contracting strategies that align organizational and project objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Contract Management: Lead and manage the day to day administration of potentially multiple, large-scale contracts from formation through close-out, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, client requirements, and governing laws. Complex Project Expertise: Oversee major offsite and onsite module contracts under unit price and reimbursable models, ensuring alignment with execution plans. Commercial Leadership: Develop and execute contracting strategies that optimize value, mitigate risk, and support day-to-day project delivery objectives. Risk & Claims Management: Anticipate and manage contractual risks; implement robust claims prevention programs and lead equitable resolution strategies. Client Advocacy: Represent both client’s and Fluor’s interests in all contractual matters, ensuring adherence to prime contract obligations and safeguarding commercial outcomes. Negotiation & Formation: Direct negotiations of complex terms and conditions; prepare flow-down provisions; draft special terms and secure legal approvals. Performance Oversight: Monitor day-to-day contractor performance, schedule adherence, change management, and invoicing accuracy to maintain contractual integrity. Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with project management, legal, engineering, construction, project controls, procurement, and finance teams to ensure seamless execution. Governance & Reporting: Deliver regular and timely executive-level reporting on contract health, risk exposure, and commercial performance to senior leadership. Mentorship & Capability Building: Coach and develop contract management teams; lead training initiatives to embed best practices across the organization. Work Location: Various locations including Calgary, and Site Basic Job Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Law, or related field; advanced degree (MBA or JD) strongly preferred. Experience: 15+ years of progressive contract management experience, including leadership roles on major EPC or LSTK projects; strong knowledge of Canadian Contract Law and global commercial principles. Technical Expertise: Proven ability to manage complex, multi-contract portfolios under varied compensation structures; extensive experience in claims avoidance and dispute resolution. Proven track record of day-to-day contract management in both home office and site settings. Skills: Understanding compensation structures (lump sum, unit prices, and costs reimbursable models). Exceptional negotiation, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to influence all organizational…

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