Senior Contracting Specialist

Job Summary

Location: Yellowknife

Department: Housing NWT

Job ID: 28537

Salary: $111,131 - $132,717

Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular

Closing Date: Nov 12, 2026

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Department Information

Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

Job Information

The Senior Contracting Specialist provides expert, efficient, effective and professional services on tendering, contracting, contract and financial administration for the Corporation.

The Senior Contracting Specialist is responsible and accountable for ensuring that an accountability framework is being adhered to that ensures the accuracy and integrity of contracting processes including ensuring that all contracting activates preformed in accordance with the GNWT and Northwest Territories Housing Corporation (NWTHC) policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provides expert advise and support for contracting activities including the preparation, evaluation and administration of tenders, Request for Proposals.
- Ensure capital projects be maintained in an accurate , effective, and efficient manner and in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.
- Tracks, record, and reports on contract decision for procurement of construction contracts on behalf of the NWTHC.

Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of tender/contract procedures, polices and contract administration.
- Working knowledge in computer software applications using PC software including Access, MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Knowledge of northern culture and political environment.
- Accounting, analytical and problem solving skills to ensure all financial transactions are accurate and properly recorded in a timely manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Key qualifications:
Completed of post-secondary education in procurement/ business, engineering or a related discipline combined with 5 years¿ related experience in a project management or related contracting environment.

Equivalencies:
A candidate with a Masters degree in procurement/business, engineering or related discipline would require a minimum of 3 years of experience in a project management or related contracting environment

A candidate with a diploma in procurement/business, engineering or related discipline would require a minimum of 7 years of experience in a project management or related contracting environment to screen in.

Related Discipline:
Bachelor of Commerce, Business Management
Or Specialized Business Programs such as Supply chain management, Operations management, Procurement / Purchasing management, Logistics and transportation, Project management, Finance or accounting (cost control, budgeting), Architecture, and Construction management.

For related experience, we would define this as
- Procurement roles in a project or public sector environment
- Financial accounting in the context of a construction company or related environment
- facility or asset management in a contracting environment
- Project management involving construction
- Engineering or architecture with a focus on procurement, contracting, contract administration

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID #28537

Closing Date: November 12, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $56.99 per hour to $68.06 per hour (approximately $111,131 - $132,717.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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