Contracts & Risk Manager (Construction)

TL;DR

Contracts & Risk Manager (Construction): Managing the full contracting lifecycle and commercial risks for elevator services and installations with an accent on contract negotiation and dispute resolution. Focus on mitigating legal risks, overseeing AR recovery, and ensuring contractual compliance across cross-functional teams.

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada (On-site)

Salary: $100,000 – $115,000

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in the manufacturing and maintenance of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways.

What you will do

• Review bid documents, contracts, terms & conditions, and change orders to ensure commercial viability.
• Negotiate and approve contractual terms within delegated thresholds and manage the process from review to close-out.
• Advise internal teams and customers on contractual rights, obligations, and legislative changes.
• Manage AR recovery, mediate disputes between branches and customers, and handle liens and bond applications.
• Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and engineers to ensure strict contract compliance.
• Issue formal notices including service suspensions, demand letters, and cure notices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in contract, commercial, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of contract terms, change orders, liens, bonding, and commercial risk.
• Proven experience negotiating commercial agreements with customers and contractors.
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex contractual language and technical documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract tracking tools.

Nice to have

• Experience in construction, industrial services, or technical project environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage including dental, vision, and extended health care.
• Financial security through a company pension, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Performance-based bonus plans available for all positions.
• Work-life balance support with paid time off and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Practical perks including on-site parking and a Wellness Program.