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Lifeworks

Data Conversion Lead

Calgary, AB · On-site

Experience with Azure DevOps, Microsoft Office, Visual Studio * Experience with pension plan and ... Your work directly affects major enterprise clients with long-term contracts, providing both ...

Lifeworks

Data Conversion Lead

Edmonton, AB · On-site

Experience with Azure DevOps, Microsoft Office, Visual Studio * Experience with pension plan and ... Your work directly affects major enterprise clients with long-term contracts, providing both ...

Flatiron Construction Corp

Field Engineer

Edmonton, AB · On-site

As an experienced Field Engineer, you will leverage your technical knowledge to oversee critical ... project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification ...

Flatiron Construction Corp

Field Engineer

Edmonton, AB · On-site

As an experienced Field Engineer, you will leverage your technical knowledge to oversee critical ... project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification ...

Flatiron Construction Corp

Field Engineer

Edmonton, AB · On-site

As an experienced Field Engineer, you will leverage your technical knowledge to oversee critical ... project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification ...

Finning

Senior Reliability Engineer

Fort Mcmurray, AB · On-site

... data-driven insights for Caterpillar and Finning contract mining equipment. This position is ... Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in Alberta or British Columbia is an asset. * Hands-on ...

Ecolab

Electrical Assembler - Contract

Calgary, AB · On-site

Assembly of electrical panels and wiring harnesses according to engineering drawings and ... provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture ...

Onterris

Senior Water Resources Engineer

Calgary, AB · On-site

Construction Contract Administration : Lead the preparation of tender documents, technical ... Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, R, VBA) for model automation and data processing is a ...

Veresen

Senior Automation Engineer

Calgary, AB · Hybrid

... data. Working for Pembina means working safely. Overview: Would you like to play a pivotal ... Pembina's Calgary Office is actively hiring a Senior Automation Engineer for a 12-Month Contract ...

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Director, Quantity Surveying & Contracts

Bell Canada

Calgary, AB • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

 Req Id: 431509

Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate, explore, and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell, we're building a more connected future through world-class networks, AI-powered solutions, and digital experiences that elevate how people live, work, and play every day.

We believe in empowering people. That's why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology, AI tools, and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact? If you're inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms what's possible, you belong on #TeamBell.

On the Bell Business Markets team, you'll be a vital part of making innovation happen for enterprise-scale customers. You'll deliver advanced solutions in areas such as IoT, Mobility/5G, Cloud, Cyber Security, Voice, Collaboration & Contact Centre and Internet & Private Networks.

At Bell, your skills and expertise will help set us apart as we continue to be the leading provider of digital connections and next generation services to businesses and governments.

Summary

Bell's AI Fabric initiative is pioneering a secure, sovereign AI compute network across Canada. This ambitious portfolio features seven large-scale, high-density data centers, anchored by a 500 MW B.C. supercluster and a 300 MW flagship site in Regina, Saskatchewan.   

As QS & Contract Director, you will lead the commercial backbone of the program, owning quantity surveying, contract strategy, procurement, and commercial governance across multi-hundred-million to multi-billion-dollar builds. You'll be the senior commercial authority safeguarding Bell's cost certainty and contractual position-managing cost estimation, contract administration, claims, risk, and change-while building and maturing the commercial function as the program scales nationally.  

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead all quantity surveying and cost management activities across the data centre portfolio-from estimating and cost planning through to final account settlement. 
  • Own contract strategy, negotiation, and administration for GC/EPC, trade, and vendor agreements, ensuring Bell's commercial and risk position is protected. 
  • Direct procurement and commercial governance, establishing standards, controls, and approval frameworks for a rapidly scaling capital program. 
  • Manage change orders, variations, and claims, driving fair, timely, and defensible resolution to protect schedule and budget. 
  • Oversee cost forecasting, cash flow, and value engineering, providing accurate commercial reporting to Capital Programs and AI Fabric leadership. 
  • Establish and enforce commercial risk management practices, identifying and mitigating exposure across contracts and suppliers. 
  • Partner cross-functionally with construction, engineering, program controls, and procurement & asset management to align commercial strategy with delivery.  
  • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and Bell's internal governance and audit standards. 
  • Provide executive-level commercial reporting and advisory to senior AI Fabric stakeholders, supporting critical capital decisions. 
  • Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing commercial/QS team as the national program grows.
Critical Qualifications
  • 15+ years of commercial, quantity surveying, and contract management experience, with direct exposure to hyperscale data centres or major infrastructure programs.  
  • Proven track record owning commercial governance on complex, multi-billion-dollar capital projects, ideally owner-side. 
  • Deep expertise in cost estimation, cost planning, and full lifecycle quantity surveying. 
  • Strong command of contract strategy, negotiation, and administration across major forms (e.g., FIDIC, CCDC, stipulated/design-build). 
  • Demonstrated experience managing claims, disputes, variations, and commercial risk on large construction programs. 
  • Solid understanding of procurement processes and supply chain/commercial governance in a capital-intensive environment. 
  • Ability to build and mature a commercial/project controls function from a formative stage. 
  • Exceptional stakeholder management, able to influence and challenge senior engineering, construction, and executive leaders. 
  • Professional credentials such as RICS (MRICS/FRICS), PQS, CIQS, or equivalent; degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering, or related discipline. 
  • Willingness to work on-site and travel between Canadian build locations as the portfolio scales. 

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. 

Additional Information:

Position Type: Management

Job Status: Regular - Full Time

Job Location: Canada : Alberta : Calgary 
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 08/14/2026

For work arrangements that are 'Hybrid', successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week.  Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

Please apply directly online to be considered for this role.  Applications through email will not be accepted.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners. 

At Bell, we are proud of our focus on fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, supported, and that they belong.

Bell is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we're actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise. We also want to make sure that everyone has an equal opportunity to join our team. We encourage individuals who may require accommodations during the hiring process to let us know. For a confidential inquiry, email your recruiter or recruitment@bell.ca to make arrangements. If you have questions or feedback regarding accessibility at Bell, we invite you to complete the Accessibility feedback form or visit our Accessibility page for other ways to contact us.

Artificial intelligence may be used to assess parts of your application. Please review our privacy policy (see Phenom for details) to learn more about how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information.

Created: Canada, AB, Calgary

Bell, one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

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