Job Title: Contract Services Analyst Ministry: Full or Part time: Full Time Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Wage – 8 months contract Administrative Support 6 Salary: $31.25 to 39.54 per hour The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations.

Alberta

Infrastructure is responsible for delivering about one quarter of the Alberta government’s Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development. The Ministry designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and hospital infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. Infrastructure also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.

The Contract Services

Analyst serve as the primary gatekeepers of approximately $1 billion worth of payments on contracts related to Ministry's capital development program. This program encompasses the construction of health facilities, schools, and government-owned facilities that together constitute one of the main pillars of the Ministry's mandate. The role of the Contract Services Analyst involves careful scrutiny of several multi-million-dollar contracts and enforcement of the terms and conditions.

In that capacity, the Contract Services Analyst ensure compliance with the terms of the contracts and associated framework of policies, Treasury Board Directives, Acts, and Regulations. Additionally, the position is responsible for the administration of contracts related to post-secondary institutions, seniors' lodges, and affordable housing facilities that are funded by various supported ministries and reconciled through inter-unit transfers. To that extent, the position has a cross-ministry focus that encompasses a government-wide approach to the review, assessment and implementation of policies, Treasury Board Directives, Financial Administration Act ,



regulations, statutes and other pieces of legislation.

Providing comprehensive contract administration services covering consulting and construction contracts for health facilities, government facilities, schools, post-secondary institutions, seniors' lodges, affordable housing facilities, and other projects that are large, complex, high profile, and high risk. Monitoring existing contracts as to their expiry date and ensuring contract amendments are completed in time so that no payments are processed on expired contracts Providing advice to project managers and other clients in the application of Builders' Lien Act to minimize Government's exposure and liability on projects with unpaid claims. Conducting a comprehensive review of contracts and project budgets with a view to identifying funding shortfalls and authorization lapses.

Signing off on contracts and invoices confirming sufficiency of funds and conformance with policies, guidelines, contractual terms and authority levels. Researching and analyzing financial data and preparing specialized reports and presentation material for Project Managers, Directors, and Senior Management. Establishing and maintaining a network of relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication links are in place for all projects.

Identifying areas of concern with existing policies and procedures and recommend changes to meet Division's business needs. Superior communication and interpersonal skills - able to effectively explain detailed contract information, financial policies,



and financial information and articulate interpretations internally and externally to the department Creative Problem Solving – Is open to new ideas and breaks problems down to identify solutions: Is able to manage own emotions during stressful work periods such as year end and is willing to help out other SCAs on the team to ensure work is completed on time. Understands how the SCA role fits into the ministry's business objectives and can respond quickly to adjust work to support changing reporting requirements.

High school diploma PLUS four years of related experience in Finance, Accounting and Vendor Payment, Procurement processes and construction contract management in the public sector Knowledge of procurement processes for construction and facility management Assets Specialized knowledge and considerable experience in financial systems, accounts payable, and contract law Knowledge of various databases and financial management systems including: Contract Management System (CMS), BLIMS Q&R; and IMAGIS Accounts Payable Module Advanced computer skills and working knowledge of electronic databases and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Visio This position is a Wage position (8 months contract) with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm). Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Final candidates will be required to undergo a criminal records check (CRC).

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. As a Wage employee, you receive 11.6% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of paid holidays and vacation leave: ~5.6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays. ~6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay. ~ Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Kemi Adebola at Kemi.

📌 Contract Service Analyst (Edmonton)
🏢 Government of Alberta
📍 Edmonton