: Position: Senior Contract Administrator Location: Flexible Closing: April 21, 2023 Duration: May 2023 to March 2025 Salary: A range depending on experience level Purpose of Role: As a Senior Contract Administrator, you will be responsible for managing strategic contracts that include heavy industrial construction, open pit mining, tailings dams, common site services, site accommodations, processing plants and supporting site infrastructure and roads. This project also supports local, community and indigenous initiatives and business development opportunities which this position will play a key role in its coordination. Location of Role: The Goldboro team\xe2\x80\x99s scope supports design, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of a remote greenfield open pit mining operation located in Nova Scotia. The ideal candidate resides in the Province of Nova Scotia or alternatively the Atlantic Region. This position will be located onsite (Goldboro, NS) once the project transitions into the construction phase on a full-time shift rotation basis(Q4-2023). This position will commence with a hybrid type work schedule consisting of working remotely (home) & occasional business travel will be required to start in May 2023 to assimilate with the Project Team. Values Signal Gold Inc. values are the \xe2\x80\x9cHow\xe2\x80\x9d work is performed: Safety, Integrity, Reliability, Resourcefulness, Responsibility and Respect. The candidate shall demonstrate these values in their daily work. These values are considered of equal or greater weight with technical abilities when assessing work success. Duties include but are not limited to: \xc2\xb7 Perform and drive the activities and deliverables required to execute the procurement and contract management process including assisting in scope development, performing supply market research and positioning, soliciting requests for proposals/quotations, leading commercial evaluations, negotiations and the award of contracts and agreements

• Planning, preparation, and management of the Contracting documents and process
• Coordination of the technical evaluation process with internal stakeholders
• Balance area requests with the joint identification of local strategic initiatives for long range value creation and overall cost reductions
• Liaising with legal, risk, finance, accounting, internal discipline leads, and other stakeholders to ensure that contract terms address all related requirements and policies
• Ensure Owner\xe2\x80\x99s contracts effectively define and handle the legal, commercial, and technical obligations and objectives of the parties involved so as to protect and advance Owner\xe2\x80\x99s interests
• Contract Management (post-award) including evaluating pre-mobilization deliverables, balancing invoices, negotiating / resolving disputes, negotiating changes, implementing change management procedures, and closing contracts.
• Implementing effective change management to ensure contract modifications are accurately documented and approved.
• Proactively resolving issues that arise between contractors and project teams in a professional manner.
• Overseeing Contractor performance in respect of their Contracts with Owner and lead Contractor steering activities
• Ensuring contracts are closed out appropriately and in accordance with applicable legislation
• Maintain and align project workload, outputs and processes to ensure that Supply Chain efforts contribute to and align with wider project objectives and practices
• Preparing contract management reports as the need arises and present to senior leadership on contracts-related matters.
• Adhering to all corporate policies, code of ethics and codes of conduct.
• Performing job-related administrative duties as the need arises
• Participating in Contractor, Community & Internal Project Team meetings and virtual conferences
• Participate in a positive work environment culture that encourages the development and empowerment of team members, community, and project stakeholders

\xc2\xb7 Other duties as assigned Qualifications \xc2\xb7 7-10 years of related oil and gas or mining related industry experience in contracts and/or procurement related role

• 5+ years project specific field experience in a full-time capacity as part of an owners team or EPC, EPCM company.
• Post secondary education from a recognized institution is required.
• Supply chain designation (Supply Chain Canada Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) / Institute for Supply Management Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent
• Advanced understanding of the unique requirements for performance of the Contracts and Management role in an Owner\xe2\x80\x99s team, in addition to proven dedication within an EPCM, EPC or Tier 1 Contractor organization.
• Advanced understanding and experience with various contract types, costing models, strategies.
• Strong understanding of various legal and commercial terms and ability to interpret, defend, apply, and rely on those terms.
• Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
• Able to raise awareness of contract activities which have an impact to a project.
• Excellent critical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer
• MUST be highly skilled and experienced in:

o Developing and leading diverse Contracting Strategies o Greenfield Construction as well as Major Projects Execution. o Category management, cost control, scheduling, contract formation and contract administration, and internal customer service o Claims and Change Management It is understood that the terms and conditions of the job are subject to change as may be deemed necessary by the Company to maintain a safe and efficient operation. As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, please note that accommodations are available, upon request, throughout the recruitment and assessment process for any applicants with disabilities. We thank all candidates for applying, however only the candidates selected will be contacted. ABOUT SIGNAL GOLD Signal Gold is advancing the Goldboro Gold Project in Nova Scotia, a significant growth project subject to a positive Feasibility Study which demonstrates an approximately 11-year open pit life of mine (\xe2\x80\x9cLOM\xe2\x80\x9d) with average gold production of 100,000 ounces per annum and an average diluted grade of 2.26 grams per tonne gold. (Please see the \xe2\x80\x98NI 43-101 Technical Report and Feasibility Study for the Goldboro Gold Project, Eastern Goldfields District, Nova Scotia\xe2\x80\x99 on January 11, 2022, for further details). On August 3, 2022, the Goldboro Project received its environmental assessment approval from the Nova Scotia Minister of Environment and Climate Change, a significant regulatory milestone which enables the Company to commence site-specific permitting processes including the Industrial Approval and Crown Land Lease and Mining Lease applications. The Goldboro Project also has potential for further Mineral Resource expansion, particularly towards the west along strike and at depth. A future study will consider upgrading and expanding potentially mineable underground Mineral Resources as part of the longer-term mine development plan. Safety, Integrity, Reliability Signal Gold Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. To find out more about Signal Gold and the Projects visit: www.signalgold.com Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Work Location: Hybrid remote in Goldboro, NS Application deadline: 2023-04-21