Job Description

The Contract Manager is accountable for key aspects of the contract management lifecycle including development, compliance, maintenance, and change. They manage the contractual aspects of ISI's relationship with the Customer to support project performance and Prime Contract alignment with the corresponding Subcontracts and provides contractual guidance to internal departments.



Manage contract staff resources including defining goals, tasking, training, etc. Support the drafting of Prime Contract terms and conditions, and ensuring consistency with underlying Statement of Works (SOWs) and technical specifications Develop and implement Project requirements management strategy for Prime Contract and Subcontract SOWs, where applicable, within Project tool, IBM DOORS, including the execution of Contract Changes Provide contractual guidance to interdisciplinary functions to execute Prime Contracts Liaise with ISI Law Department on matters requiring legal interpretation and overall contract review Work with the Customer on requesting and obtaining approvals as required under the applicable Prime Contract Manage the tracking and monitoring of Contract value, Task values and Change impacts Draft Task Authorization and Contract Amendments, and finalize execution of same with Customer Manage Contract Change Proposals (CCPs) and Subcontractor's Change Order Proposals (COPs) where applicable, including the development and review through to the Contract Change Board with final approval from the customer

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline (e.g. Business, Law, Engineering) or equivalent years of professional experience Professional knowledge of complex contracting, preferably construction or manufacturing environments or Defence industry Legal & contracting knowledge; Project Management, Data/Document Management Knowledge Demonstrated track record of success, generally over 10+ years of contract management experience, preferably including prior people leadership experience.

Irving Shipbuilding

is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.


By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.


At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.


We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.



Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.