Quarry Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Contracts and Proposals Manager for one of our clients.

I've included the position requirements below. If you're available and interested in the opportunity, please reach out with your resume and I'd be happy to discuss next steps.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Title: Senior Contracts and Proposals Manager

Term: Permanent, Full-Time.

Location: Hybrid - 3 days on site per week in Kanata.

Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for a valid Canadian Secret Level Security Clearance.

What You Will Do:

• Review RFPs, capture requirements, assess terms for compliance, support proposal development, and secure management approvals.
• Lead negotiation and management of complex, high-value contracts with customers and partners.
• Serve as main contact for all contract matters, building strong customer relationships throughout the lifecycle.
• Coordinate with internal teams to assess and mitigate contractual risks through tailored terms and processes.
• Advise on contract rights and obligations to safeguard legal and business interests.
• Resolve complex legal/business issues with senior management, escalating to legal when needed.
• Oversee full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and managing scope changes.
• Coordinate with Global Trade to ensure import/export compliance.
• Maintain organized contract records per retention policies.
• Follow company policies and uphold business ethics.
• Available for occasional domestic and international travel.

Qualifications You MUST have:

• University degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, or 15+ years without a degree.
• Canadian citizenship required.
• Eligible for Secret-level security clearance and Controlled Goods access.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian Government contracts and licensing.
• Extensive contract experience in aerospace, defense, and commercial sectors.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS as they apply to Canadian firms.
• Skilled in proposal development and compliance review.
• Understanding of Industrial Regional Benefits and Industry Canada processes.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, responsive, and reliable; excels in complex, cross-functional settings with strong time management.
• Experienced in customer-facing roles with polished presentation and communication skills; able to influence at all levels.
• Supply chain or subcontract management experience is a strong asset.
• Bilingual in English/French is an asset.