Manager

Mining Construction Contract ManagerWSP is seeking a Mining Construction Contract Manager to oversee and manage all contracts in support of a large mining EPCM project in our growing Earth & Environment team. This full-time onsite position can be from anywhere in the United States or Canada with preference in Nevada, Utah, or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects.The full-time Construction Contract Manager is responsible for all contract-related activities post award from kick-off to closeout for onsite construction, services, and equipment vendors on a large open pit new mining environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the contracts meet all regulatory and stakeholder requirements to deliver successful outcomes for the client.Responsibilities include:Review, interpret, and administer contracts to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions in collaboration with the client and the WSP procurement, construction management, and project controls teams.Support the preparation, negotiation, and execution of field work instructions, amendments and contract change orders.Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, notices, and deadlines.Identify contractual risks and work with project, legal, commercial, finance, and procurement teams to mitigate them.Manage contract correspondence, records, claims, variations, and supporting documentation.Provide guidance to project team on contractual rights, responsibilities, processes, and escalation requirements.Coordinate with engineering and internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.Assist with commercial reporting, cost impacts, payment provisions, and contractual performance tracking.Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.Desired Skills and ExperienceWe are seeking self-motivated professionals with:10+ years of relevant procurement and contract management experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, and/or mining infrastructure projects.Demonstrated hands-on contract administration, documentation, and communication while onsite during a large-scale project with multiple vendors.Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, negotiations, and industry standards and regulations, is required.Commitment to safety. MSHA 48B Surface is required.Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with good working computer capabilities in MS Office products.Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment both above and underground.Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.About WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.