Construction Contracts Specialist - Claims

<p><strong>Job Location:</strong> Burnaby, BC</p><p><strong>Employment type:</strong> Temporary<em> 3 years</em></p><p><strong>Hours of work:</strong> Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)</p><p><strong>Annual Salary:</strong> $ 127,900.00 - 161,800.00</p><p><strong>No. of positions:</strong> 1</p><p><strong>Closing date:</strong> March 25th, 2026</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the job:</strong></p><p>This posting is for one Contracts Claims Specialist (P4) within Capital Construction. The role will directly support the North Coast Transmission Lines Project, a large, multi‑phase transmission program delivering new high‑voltage infrastructure across Northern British Columbia to enable electrification, major industrial load, and long‑term regional growth.</p><p>The North Coast Transmission Lines Project includes multiple phases and distinct transmission line and substation components, delivered over several years and involving complex stakeholder, Indigenous relations, regulatory, and contractor interfaces. The Claims Specialist will provide commercial and claims management expertise across these phases, supporting both active construction and future phases as they advance through procurement and execution.</p><p>The Claims Specialist is an experienced contract management professional with a proven ability to support the management of complex and high‑risk contract and claims issues through sound commercial judgment, strategic thinking, and effective collaboration with project and construction teams.</p><p>The role will work closely with Construction Managers, Project Managers, and the broader Project Delivery organization supporting the North Coast Transmission Lines portfolio, which includes new 500 kV transmission lines and associated substations extending from the interior to the North Coast region.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you’ll do - </strong></p><p>* Provide consultation and sound advice on BC Hydro’s position with respect to key/complex contract management opportunities and/or risks including the validity and impact of claims and contract changes.</p><p><br></p><p>* Develop strategies to ensure preservation of BC Hydro entitlements through effective and timely application of contractual mechanisms.</p><p>* Prepare and/or oversee and support the preparation of required documentation for all aspects of contract management and administration including management of contract changes and contractor payments. Ensure consistent methodology and processes for issues being managed.</p><p><br></p><p>* Liaise with appropriate disciplines to understand, identify and calculate quantum associated with claimed events, delay costs, schedule impact and budget allocations.</p><p><br></p><p>* Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to develop skills and knowledge within the team while fostering a positive, productive and healthy work environment.</p><p><br></p><p>* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve contracts and claim management practices across the business.</p><p><br></p><p>* Implement and improve internal processes to monitor, analyze and provide reporting, to the project stakeholders, around forecasting contentious claims and liabilities.</p><p><br></p><p>* Develop claims avoidance, mitigation and management practice within the confines of BC Hydro practices and financial policies.</p><p><br></p><p>* Support the BC Hydro Representative managing contract risk, managing claims, contract changes and disputes, perform entitlement and quantum analysis and developing strength of claims reports and claim negotiation mandates.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you bring –</strong></p><p>* Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline such as Business, Law, Finance, or Engineering and 12+ years of supply chain/contract management experience supporting projects or operations with complex contracts in the areas of major equipment supply, supply and installation, and construction. A combination of education, professional training and relevant experience may be considered.</p><p><br></p><p>* A record of continuous professional development specific to the requirements of the role.</p><p><br></p><p>* Demonstrated experience leading the management of complex contracts, negotiations and vendor relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>* Previous leadership, coaching and mentoring experience is a strong asset.</p><p><br></p><p>* Strong technical background or demonstrated competency in claims management and dispute resolution is an asset.</p><p><br></p><p>* Must possess excellent interpersonal, communications, negotiating, and organizational skills.</p><p><br></p><p>* Strong analysis and risk assessment skills.</p><p><br></p><p>* Proven abilities in influencing internal and external parties, managing risk, and optimizing costs through innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>* Proficiency with MS Office including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.</p><p><br></p><p>* Must be fully performing or better in current role</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What we offer – </strong></p><p>- A comprehensive benefits package</p><p>- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days</p><p>- A lifetime pension</p><p>- Flexible work model, depending on your role type</p><p>- Training and development courses</p><p><br></p><p>For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What else you should know – </strong></p><p>* Please note this is a 3 year Full Time Temporary opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>How to apply – </strong></p><p>Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click ‘Apply’</p><p>You must use a supported browser, such as Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Safari. Your pop up blocker will also need to be disabled for the BC Hydro Careers site.</p><p>On the BC Hydro Careers site, click on the Apply button in order to complete the steps to apply for this job. Please be sure to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and include copies of your certifications, if applicable.</p>

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