Contract Administrator

Job Posting Information

Contract Administrator
One (1) Regular position
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Competition # E22327-2026

At NB Power we are a team committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

As part of the Enterprise Project Management office, the Contract Administrator is responsible for the development and administration of contracts for procurement of goods and services in support of project activities. The incumbent also supports project managers in development of contract strategies for projects and ensures appropriate administration and tracking of contracts throughout the contract/project duration. This role works closely with NB Power's supply chain organization.

Key functions include:

• Performing project contract administration functions at the pre-contract, contract administration, and contract closure phases of a contract lifecycle, advising the project manager and team members with respect to contract related matters, and designing standard practices for contract related administration activities.
• Supporting acquisition of services and materials for capital projects, through the development, issuing and review of appropriate supply chain documentation (tender, REOI, RFP, etc.). Participating in the selection of procurement methods, evaluating tender submissions, preparing recommendations to award and structuring purchase orders to ensure alignment with the project schedule requirements.
• Reviewing terms and conditions within tender templates for alignment with the technical requirements of the work.
• Coordinating, chairing, and recording notes of project meetings with the contractor(s) including site investigation meetings, pre-award meetings, kick-off meetings, regular project meetings and dispute resolution meetings.
• Tracking of work performed under the contract and preparing month-end accruals for contractor work and submitting to Cost Control.
• Matching contractor invoices to work performed, in cooperation with other project staff.

Our ideal teammate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in one of the following:
  • Business Administration
  • Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Chemical)
• Five years of progressively responsible work experience in contract development, contract management, procurement, or contract administration.
• Experience performing a contract administration role for large scale projects.
• Experience in capital construction environments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of New Brunswick Acts and Regulations relating to procurement of goods and services and knowledge of standard Procurement methods and tools.
• Certified Construction Contract Administrator designation, as administered by Construction Specifications Canada, or a similar designation would be considered an asset.
• Skilled in coaching, dispute mediation and conflict resolution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to use information and problem solve, adhere to strict time frames, and show attention to details.

An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:

• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials as long as they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials

In order to be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Adedoyin Tope-Daramola at [email protected].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, April 2, 2026

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.