Regional Service Line Leader, Contract Management in Ottawa

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is looking for an experienced contract management leader to oversee the delivery of services on a large, complex Public Private Partnership (P3) within the National Services Region (NSR)

In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for contract management, construction technical services, and service line initiatives that support the successful delivery of infrastructure and construction projects.

Working closely with regional teams, Client-Partners, industry representatives, and national service line leaders, you will help drive service excellence, quality, risk management, and continuous improvement.

This position is ideal for someone who combines strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and sound business judgment to support complex projects while influencing service delivery at both the regional and national levels.

What you'll do

• Regional Service Delivery & Contract Management
• Lead and oversee the delivery of contract management services across the regional program
• Provide contract management authority and oversight for complex construction, professional services, facilities maintenance, energy performance, maintenance services, and P3 contracts
• Support contract administration activities including change management, claims management, dispute resolution, risk management, financial management, and schedule management
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior Client-Partners and stakeholders
• Support litigation matters and communications with sureties and insurers related to contract issues
• Guide project teams on contract management best practices and service delivery standards
• Technical Services, Risk & Quality Management
• Oversee construction technical services including commissioning, operational health and safety, and industrial security
• Lead regional quality management activities and quality verifications
• Monitor service delivery standards and ensure compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and Client-Partner requirements
• Identify, assess, and manage service line risks and report on mitigation strategies
• Support the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure regional service delivery achieves established performance indicators
• Training, Planning & Continuous Improvement
• Deliver service line training and manage regional training initiatives
• Support the development and implementation of national service line programs, policies, and procedures
• Contribute to budgeting, business planning, and resource allocation activities
• Prepare presentations and represent DCC at internal, Client-Partner, and industry events
• Lead regional service line initiatives and continuous improvement activities
• Promote knowledge sharing and consistent application of contract management practices
• Leadership & Collaboration
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Client-Partners, industry representatives, stakeholders, and internal teams
• Support communication and collaboration between regional and national service line leaders
• Provide technical guidance and functional leadership to employees and project teams
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members
• May supervise employees and manage performance, workload planning, and resource allocation
• Support recruitment activities, including evaluating the technical capabilities of candidates

What you bring

You are a strong fit if you have experience with

• Contract management within construction, infrastructure, engineering, or facilities environments
• Managing complex contracts, claims, disputes, and contractual risk
• Construction project delivery and procurement practices
• Quality management and compliance programs
• Health and safety management and industrial security requirements
• Leading teams and mentoring technical professionals
• Building relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders
• Supporting organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives

Education & Experience

• University degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field with eight years' relevant experience, or the equivalent
• Asset Qualifications
• Professional engineering or architectural designation
• Gold Seal Certification
• Experience managing public sector or federally regulated contracts
• Experience overseeing P3, facilities management, or major infrastructure contracts

Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of construction, engineering, and architectural practices
• Knowledge of federal procurement and contracting requirements
• Knowledge of project delivery methods and contract administration principles
• Knowledge of project, contract, and risk management methodologies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to resolve complex issues involving multiple stakeholders
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to prepare reports, technical documents, and recommendations
• Proficiency with standard business software applications
• Leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities
• Working Conditions
• Typical office environment with routine travel throughout the region
• Occasional travel to construction sites and project locations
• May be required to wear basic personal protective equipment when visiting project sites
• Check out your benefits

Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary.

Your package includes

• Health and Wellness
• 100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums
• $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership
• $2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverage
• Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans
• Home and Family
• Life, accidental-death, and short-term disability insurance
• Enhanced in Confidence employee and family assistance program
• Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks
• Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home
• Leave and Retirement
• Public-service pension
• Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, alongwith enhanced travel benefits coverage
• ** This position has been designatedbilingual, where English and Frenchare essential. **

** While priority will be given to qualified candidates who meet this bilingual linguistic profile, we welcome applications from candidates who may not meet this bilingual requirement.**

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