Contracts Specialist

Job Description

About Thiess
Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is now a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 12,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future.

We are a movement spearheading a journey towards a more sustainable future, and North America is a crucial part of it. Our unique business approach to contract mining currently makes our services available in the United States and Canada. In the US, we operate in Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado, and the Intermountain West region. In Canada, our services are available in Sudbury, Greater Ontario, and the Northern Ontario region. We are also expanding to other states and areas in both countries.

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Role Overview
The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing support in the preparation, review, and management of contracts for the Region and Project and providing guidance to internal stakeholders within our operations. This position requires a deep understanding of contracts and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, including subcontracts and vendor agreements
• Ensure that contracts are compliant with legal, regulatory, and company policies
• Provide support and guidance to project managers, procurement teams, and other internal stakeholders regarding contractual obligations, terms, and risk management
• Monitor contract performance and compliance, identifying potential contract risks and proposing solutions
• Maintain organized records of all contracts and related correspondence
• Manage contract change orders, including managing claims and working with external legal counsel as necessary
• Assist with regulatory filings and permit applications relevant to mining operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience, particularly in contracts, with a strong preference within the construction or mining sectors
• Strong knowledge of commercial contracts, risk management, and compliance requirements in the construction or mining industries
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage conflicting interests while protecting the company's interests
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams
• Self-starter with ability to handle complex issues in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with contract management software and document management systems
• Must be fluent in the English Language
• Valid driver's license
• Authorization to work lawfully in Canada without sponsorship from Thiess

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Law AND Certified Professional in Contract Management (CPCM) or
• Paralegal certification or

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

• If JD, admission to the Ontario bar (or eligibility to become admitted)

Physical Requirements

• Work involves walking, standing, and climbing stairs or ladders to access field areas, equipment, and offices throughout the site
• May occasionally require bending, kneeling, or reaching to collect samples, perform inspections, or access workspaces
• Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle or working at a computer
• Must maintain sufficient visual acuity and depth perception to operate vehicles and safely navigate active mining or construction environments
• Work is conducted in both office and outdoor site environments, with potential exposure to noise, dust, vibration, heat, cold, and uneven terrain
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, gloves, and high-visibility clothing when in designated areas
• Must be physically capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Additional Information- Currently based out of the Stobie Open Pit Mine in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
- Valid driver's license required
- Subject to pre-employment conditions, including pre-employment medical, criminal background check, education/employment/professional reference checks
- Roster & Schedule: This role follows a Monday-Friday schedule. Additional hours may be required to meet business needs
Travel: This role requires <20% travel to project sites / client meetings /corporate offices. Travel frequency may vary by business needs

What We Offer

• Compensation: Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including extended health, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability coverage, with 100% premium coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• Retirement planning: Lucrative group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company matching
• Paid Time Off
• Development: Access to ongoing learning, development, and career advancement opportunities within Thiess' global network
• Culture: Work within a values-driven organization that prioritizes safety, discovery, accountability, respect, and empowerment
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The salary range for this role is minimum $113,000 to a maximum of $129,000 CAD. The salary range is provided in good faith and is representative of all experience levels. Thiess considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills and is ultimately determined at management's discretion.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Thiess is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace culture where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success and are committed to creating an environment where everyone thrives and is protected from harm.

Thiess is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Thiess is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. Thiess will engage in reasonable workplace accommodation, short of undue hardship, for any successful candidate who has a documented exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Thiess offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by Thiess regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose Thiess as your employer of choice.

Please note that Thiess Mining Canada Ltd does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools within our applicant tracking system to support the assessment or selection of applications.

This position will fill an existing vacancy on the team.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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