Sr. Contract Administrator

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Project Services Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for all pre-award and post-award aspects of contract administration including executing the procurement strategy, and contractor performance management throughout the life cycle of the Curlew Basin Restart Project.

Essential Functions

• Complete and audit the formation of high-value contracts, including the preparation of scopes of work, commercial terms, tender documentation, and bid evaluation criteria.
• Manage the end-to-end tendering process, from RFQ/RFP issuance through to contract award, ensuring compliance with Supply Chain policies and project timelines.
• Coordinate with Projects Team, Supply Chain, legal, and the Kettle River departments to ensure contract requirements are accurate, complete, and aligned with project objectives.
• Provide insight and expertise to the projects team regarding contract requirements.
• Facilitate and lead clarification meetings, bid evaluations, and negotiation sessions with potential contractors and suppliers.
• Develop and manage contract award documentation, ensuring all commercial, legal, and risk management considerations are addressed.
• Maintain procurement and contract formation registers, ensuring traceability and audit readiness.
• Provide advice and support to stakeholders on procurement strategy, contract structuring, and market engagement.
• Delegate tasks to the project contracts team.
• Act as a key point of contact / relationship owner with a designated internal group
• Support project reporting requirements related to procurement and contract formation status.
• Ensure alignment with overall contracting strategy, project controls, and schedule milestones.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field preferred.
• 5-8 years’ of experience in contract formation or procurement within large-scale mining, infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of contract law, tendering processes, and commercial terms and conditions.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex tender packages, including EPC, construction, and professional services contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft and review contractual documents.
• Proficient in procurement and document control systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with restart or brownfield projects is desirable.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Kinross Leadership Practices

• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
• Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect
• Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
• Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
• Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
• Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
• Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models’ humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
• Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
• Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Project Services Manager

Language Requirements

English

Compensation Data

Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase option
• Basic life insurance
• Short Term Incentive