The Team Leader, Contract Services, coordinates and tracks procurement planning activities, manages procurement risks, and researches cutting-edge ways to manage complex procurements for Client-Partners. The incumbent leads a team of professionals and manages the human resources responsibilities for the team. The incumbent also manages the Client-Partner relationship. The incumbent develops creative solutions and ensures the team is focused on collaboration, and quality and timeliness of deliverables.KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIESThe duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all inclusive:PrimaryProvide advice on all aspects of procurement to meet Client-Partner needs for complex procurementsParticipate, promote and lead procurement planning with Client-PartnersNegotiate contracts with proponentsNegotiate procurement delivery with regional and national contract authoritiesReview and approve the initiation and award of contracts, within delegated signing authorityProvide recommendations on the initiation and award of contracts exceeding delegated signing authorityReview Client-Partner information (e.G. specifications, financial details, security) and assemble for submission to the contract authorityPrepare procurement documentsReview tender submission for compliance and lead proposal evaluationsRespond to inquiries from biddersDevelop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and/or stakeholdersEnsure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectationsManage riskPerform human resource functions (e.G. coach, supervise, mentor, plan and allocate resources,



and manage performance)OtherResearch innovative procedures (e.G. process improvements, procurement techniques for unique requirements)Support the National Capital Region Regional Office for particularly complex procurementsOther duties as assignedSKILLSGeneral and Specific KnowledgeBest practices, methods, trends and legislation in procurementDCC and Client-Partner procurement processes and proceduresGovernment policies and trade agreementsProject and risk management principlesFormal Education and/or Certification(s) and ExperienceMinimum: university degree in architecture, engineering or related field with five years' relevant experience, or the equivalentAbilitiesUse applicable computer software and operating systemsApply project and risk management techniquesDemonstrate leadership and human resources management skillsDEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIPLead and manage direct reportsProvide functional direction and advice to other employees and to Client-PartnersWORKING CONDITIONSTypical office environment with occasional travelSome work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipmentCheck out your benefitsWorking 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 Wellness100% 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 coverageTelus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending

📌 Team Leader, Contract Services (Comox)
🏢 Defence Construction Canada
📍 Comox