Contracts Professional - Prince George

Job Location: Prince George, British Columbia, Canada Employment type: Permanent Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Annual Salary: $ 109,700.00 - 138,700.00 No. of positions: 1 Closing date: September 4, 2026 About the job: What you’ll do • The Distribution Contract Professional will report to the Manager, Distribution Vegetation and is accountable for managing the contract functions related to the efficient delivery of distribution vegetation services (Planned, Unplanned and Design), managing contractor performance, and compliance as well as realizing strategic benefits. This position oversees the assignment of work to contractors, consultants, and internal staff, and ensures the implementation of policies, procedures, and standards for the completion of vegetation work. • As the Contract Professional (CP), Your accountabilities, for Planned, Unplanned and Design work, will include contract administration and oversight, supporting the business’ requirements for quality, safety and reliability, understanding the capacity of individual contractors, and supporting the development of new and emerging contractors. • You will ensure BC Hydro meets guaranteed work volume commitments for area contractors and that the work assigned to these contractors is adequate and appropriate to meet BC Hydro strategic goals and annual plans. You will track that area contractors are meeting their performance responsibilities including, but not limited to, work execution and quality, safety, contract specifications, and work milestones. You will allocate and reassign work to ensure the optimal use of contractor resources. You will manage and sign off on variances and equitable adjustments as required. • You will work with clients to provide input and influence on programs and projects, educate managers on estimating practices and tools, and ensure Vegetation Management and contractors have the time and information required to complete the project on time and on budget. You will track the lifecycle of large and/or complex projects over time to enlist resources to ensure project information is provided appropriately. • You will manage internal and external stakeholder relationships including First Nations, Provincial, and Municipal governments. You will facilitate the resolution of issues with landowners, regulators, local communities, and special interest groups, seeking counsel and advice from Integrated Planning, Finance, Procurement, Environment, and Legal Services as needed. You have expertise in managing multiple stakeholders across multiple projects. • You will support a safety culture and conduct workplace audits and Safe Work Observations to ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and all other contractual obligations. You will identify efficiency opportunities, risks and required mitigations, and provide inputs to contractor reviews. • The ideal candidate is highly motivated to achieve results for BC Hydro, support the success of their peer teams, and build lasting, progressive contractor relationships. What you bring • Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry, Resource Management, Environmental Sciences or Biology; or Diploma in Forestry, Horticulture or Environmental studies from an Institute of Technology or equivalent experience. • Registered with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals (ABCFP) or must be eligible for registration and register with the ABCFP within two (2) months of hire and complete requirements within two (2) years of registration; OR registered with the International Society of Arboriculture as a Certified Arborist and as a Certified Utility Specialist. • Requires completion of a variety of in-house courses related to contract administration and environmental issues and specific applications/systems; or must be completed within three (3) months of starting in the role. • Four (4) years of experience working in utility vegetation management or in the field of forestry vegetation management. • Proven leadership capabilities to manage and develop contractor relationships and skills to build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships. • Must hold a valid class five (5) driver's license. What we offer • A comprehensive benefits package • A minimum of 15 paid vacation days • A lifetime pension • Flexible work model, depending on your role type • Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits. For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits. What else you should know • Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role requirements specified in the updated M&P TIR policy. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply. • This position may require occasional travel around the Region along with occasional overnight stays. • A condition of employment in this role is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver's License in good standing. 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. How to apply Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click 'Apply' 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. 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.

Manage contract functions for distribution vegetation services, including contractor performance, compliance, and work assignment. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, and in alignment with safety standards.

Requires a degree or diploma in Forestry, Environmental Sciences, or a related field, along with registration with ABCFP or as a Certified Arborist. Candidates must have four years of experience in utility or forestry vegetation management and a valid Class 5 driver's license.

• Comprehensive benefits package • Paid vacation days • Lifetime pension • Flexible work model • Training and development courses

• Stakeholder ManagementSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Contract Administration
• Contractor Performance Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Vegetation Management
• Project Tracking
• Safety Auditing
• Resource Allocation
• Compliance Monitoring
• Risk Mitigation
• Budget Management

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research
• Government & Public Sector

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

26 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

38 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level