Assistant Contract Administrator - Transportation

Stantec; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Assistant Contract Administrator to join their Transportation group in Ottawa. You will monitor construction compliance, conduct site surveys, and maintain documentation for projects aimed at enhancing transportation infrastructure. This role is ideal for a meticulous individual with a strong background in civil engineering or related fields, offering opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in engineering/construction focused on transportation structures projects.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training with PEO is required.
• Ability to work weekends and nights as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring compliance with contract terms and construction activities.
• Conduct site surveys and maintain quality and payment records.
• Attend site meetings and coordinate with service providers.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Detail oriented

Education

Post Secondary degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology / Technician

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

Stantec's Transportation group provides planning, design, and construction administration services for roadway, highway, transit/rail, bridge, and related projects. We are currently seeking a contract administrator to complement our transportation team in Ottawa and play a lead role in the delivery of environmental assessment and functional/preliminary and detailed design assignments primarily for public sector clients. Due to expanding business opportunities in Ontario and elsewhere within the company, this position offers growth in the areas of technical/professional development and project management.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assists with monitoring and calculation of production rates
• Assists with monitoring compliance with and administering terms of operational constraints of the contract
• Assist with monitoring of compliance to commitments of and administering construction contract provisions regarding the Contractor's Quality Control Performance Measures
• Checks and inspects construction activities and operations, and works to ensure compliance with the contract documents, drawings, and specifications
• Conducts site surveys, confirms scope of work, obtains relevant information, equipment and materials, and maintains quality and payment records in a daily diary for the work completed
• Compiles field/test data in a report form
• Liaise/coordinate with service providers for specialized inspections and/or testing to ensure the tasks are completed under the terms or reference, specifications, or agreement
• Attend site meetings as required
• Obtain video / photographic records as required
• Record, review, and address contractor questions and clarifications by reporting to the Contract Administrator for resolution if not already provided to the contractor
• Attend site meetings and reconnaissance on-site
• Able to handle multiple priorities without losing focus
• Position will require in-office and on-site duties.
  
  

Your Capabilities And Credentials

• Prior experience working on MTO or City of Ottawa projects is an asset
• Able to work on weekends and nights, as required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Proficiency with MS Office
• A valid Ontario driver's license and access to a vehicle
• Detail oriented
  
  

Education And Experience

• A Post Secondary degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology / Technician
• Minimum 4 years experience in engineering/construction working on transportation structures projects
• Either registration as a Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training with PEO as a Technician or Technologist with O.A.C.E.T.T.
• Designation as determined by OACETT as a Road Construction Senior Inspector (RCSI) or Road Construction Contract Administration (RCCA) is an asset
  
  

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Primary Location: Canada | ON | Ottawa

Organization: BC-1636 Transpt-CA Ontario East & Atlantic

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Nonmanager

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 19/06/2025 05:06:12

Req ID: REQ250002AX

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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