Architectural Contract Administrator

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm is seeking an intermediate or senior Contract Administrator to join their team in Edmonton or Calgary. This role involves collaborating with construction managers and ensuring adherence to contract documents and building codes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in contract administration and a thorough understanding of architectural specifications. Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid work model, and excellent career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Bonus potential

Health Care Spending Account (HCSA)

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in contract document preparation.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Administering change control procedures and contract administration.
• Preparing project manuals, tender documents, and specifications.

Skills

Contract Administration

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Tools

Revit

Job description

Contract Administrator

Architecture Firm

Relocate to Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta

Salary: $80k - 115k depending on experience

THE COMPANY

Our client, a reputable architectural, design, and planning firm, is looking for an intermediate or senior Contract Administrator to join their team in Edmonton or Calgary. This firm is collaborative and boasts an impressive portfolio of work across Canada.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the senior partners, the Contract Administrator and Technical Specialist will serve as the site representative, collaborating with construction managers, owner representatives, general contractors, and their sub-trades. Responsibilities include administering change control procedures, contract administration methodologies, and policy development. You will ensure projects adhere to contract documents and building and safety codes. Additionally, you will prepare project manuals, tender documents, and work with technical specifications for large architectural projects. Other duties include reviewing and amending shop drawings, revising contracts, and working with site instructions and RFIs to ensure projects run smoothly and on schedule.

WHAT'S REQUIRED

• At least 4 years of experience in the preparation and administration of contract documents.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct construction experience on a range of projects.
• Proficiency with the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) forms.
• Thorough understanding of architectural specifications as an instrument of contract administration.
• Proficiency in applying the National Building Code, with experience in large and/or complex buildings.
• Competence working with drawings in Revit.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

An exciting opportunity with a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a partially hybrid work model. The role offers bonus potential, HCSA, and excellent career growth opportunities within a reputable firm with a strong leadership team committed to staff development and flexibility.