Contract Specialist

ANDRITZ AG • Pointe Claire, LA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Contract Specialist supports the pursuit and execution of projects from the bidding phase through contract close-out. Working with Contract Managers and cross-functional teams—including Sales, Legal, Finance, Insurance, Treasury, Cost Estimating and technical functions—the role assists with reviewing contractual requirements, identifying commercial risks and maintaining accurate contract documentation.

This hands-on role provides exposure to contract review, proposal support, negotiations, change management and contract administration. With guidance from experienced team members, the Contract Specialist helps prepare contract documents, track obligations and actions, and support practical contractual solutions that contribute to successful project delivery.

The position is intended for someone interested in developing a career in contract management in a technically oriented project environment. It offers on-the-job learning, increasing responsibility, and opportunities to work with internal stakeholders, customers and suppliers. The role is based in a complex, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities, where perseverance, ethics, quality and follow-through are valued.

Requirements

• One to three years of relevant experience in contract administration, contract management, commercial management, project coordination or a related role.
• Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Engineering or another relevant discipline.
• Basic understanding of contractual and commercial concepts, with an interest in developing knowledge of liability, technical guarantees, liquidated damages, insurance, securities and bonding.
• Ability to build effective working relationships and coordinate with multiple internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage priorities while working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience reviewing, preparing or administering commercial or contractual documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Bilingual French and English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both languages.
• Legal status and authorization to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in hydro-electric, energy, construction, engineering or project environments.
• Familiarity with engineered equipment, construction, installation or project-based supply contracts.
• Knowledge of commercial and contract law principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing commercial and contractual terms to identify key requirements, risks, inconsistencies and items requiring clarification.
• Support preparation of contract summaries, risk assessments, approval documents and proposed contractual comments or revisions.
• Participate in contract negotiations and internal review meetings; prepare supporting materials, take notes and track follow-up actions under the guidance of senior team members.
• Maintain contract documentation and records from bidding through contract close-out, including correspondence, approvals, amendments, change orders and key deliverables.
• Support proposal and capture activities by reviewing commercial requirements, coordinating inputs and helping ensure contractual aspects of proposals are complete and aligned with internal approvals.
• Assist project teams with contract changes and claims-related information, and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Contribute to improvements in contract management templates, tools, processes and lessons learned.

Benefits

• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance.
• Pension plan.
• Hybrid work mode.
• Performance share plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• Individualized employee training and career plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level