Posted 7 days ago
Coordinator, Contract Services
@ Defence Construction Canada
Nova Scotia
Overview
Defence Construction Canada is hiring a Coordinator, Contract Services in Halifax to arrange and prepare standard procurement contracts for Client-Partners such as construction and professional services. The role advises on procurement approaches, reviews documentation, supports tender evaluation and manages Client-Partner relationships. A college diploma with four years of relevant experience is required, with occasional travel and some site work, and a benefits package valued at 25 to 30% of salary.
Responsibilities:
- Advise Client-Partners on all aspects of procurement
- Prepare and review procurement documents
- Review tender submissions and facilitate evaluations
- Recommend contract initiation and awards
- Negotiate contracts with proponents
Requirements summary:
- College diploma in architecture, engineering technology or related field
- Four years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of procurement best practices and trade agreements
- Project and risk management techniques
- Proficiency with computer software
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Benefits mentioned
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-30
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Construction site |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Architecture, Engineering Technology |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Wellness, Home office allowance |
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Defence Construction Canada
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Full company description
Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a Crown corporation that provides innovative and cost-effective contracting, construction contract management, infrastructure and environmental services, and lifecycle support for Canada’s defence requirements. It has two primary Client-Partners: the Infrastructure and Environment (IE) community at the Department of National Defence (DND), and the Communications Security Establishment. The Corporation also provides services to Shared Services Canada related to the expansion of the enterprise data centre at Canadian Forces Base Borden. From project needs planning to facility decommissioning, DCC’s work covers a broad spectrum of activities. DCC’s resources are divided among five service lines: •Contract Management Services •Environmental Services •Project and Program Management Services •Real Property Management Services Stay connected @dcc_cdc facebook.com/dcc.cdc
- LinkedIn followers
- 31,413
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,395
- Reported office locations
- 350 Albert Street, 19th floor, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1A4, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Project Management
- Property Management
- Other recorded names
- Defence Construction Canada
- Specialties
- Construction Services
- Contract Services
- Environmental Services
- Project and Program Management Services
- and Real Property Management Services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a Crown corporation that provides innovative and cost-effective contracting, construction contract management, infrastructure and environmental services, and lifecycle support for Canada’s defence requirements. It has two primary Client-Partners: the Infrastructure and Environment (IE) community at the Department of National Defence (DND), and the Communications Security…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1951 |
| Specialties | Construction ServicesContract ServicesEnvironmental ServicesProject and Program Management Servicesand Real Property Management Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 111 |
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Defence Construction Canada (DCC) invites you to consider joining our Halifax team!
Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a dynamic and fast-paced Crown corporation whose clients include the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence. We are currently recruiting an enthusiastic and motivated Coordinator, Contract Services to support the delivery of infrastructure and environmental programs in Halifax.
The Coordinator, Contract Services, arranges and prepares standard contracts for the Client-Partners (e.g. construction, professional services). The incumbent determines Client-Partner needs, provides advice on appropriate procurement approaches, reviews Client-Partner documentation, and arranges for the preparation and submission of documents to the responsible contract authority. The incumbent also makes recommendations to the contract authority about initiating procurement, process decisions and contract awards, and manages the Client-Partner relationship.
KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES
Duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive:
Primary
- Provide advice to Client-Partners on all aspects of procurement
- Review Client-Partner information (e.g. specifications, financial details, security) and assemble for submission to the contract authority
- Prepare procurement documents
- Review tender submissions for compliance and facilitate proposal evaluations
- Make recommendations to the contract authority for approval (e.g. procurement initiation, process decisions, contract awards)
- Negotiate contracts with proponents
- Respond to inquiries from bidders
- Communicate with Client-Partners and industry, including debriefing unsuccessful bidders
- Prepare Notices of Proposed Procurement
- Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and/or stakeholders
- Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectations
Other
- Review and approve initiation and award of contracts, within delegated signing authority
- Participate, promote and sometimes lead procurement planning with Client-Partners
- Manage risk
- Other duties as assigned
SKILLS
General and Specific Knowledge
- Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in procurement
- DCC and Client-Partner procurement processes and procedures
- Government policies and trade agreements
- Project and risk management principles
Formal Education and/or Certification(s) and Experience
- Minimum: college diploma in architecture, engineering technology or related field with four years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent
Abilities
- Use applicable computer software and operating systems
- Apply project and risk management techniques
DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP
- Provide functional direction and advice to employees and to Client-Partners
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Typical office environment with occasional travel
- Some work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment
Check out your benefits
Working 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 Wellness
- 100% 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 coverage
- Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans
Home and Family
- Life, accidental-death, and short-term disability insurance
- Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program
- Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks
- Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home
Leave and Retirement
- Public-service pension
- Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with enhanced travel benefits coverage
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