Construction Contract Administrator

HDR; Toronto; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time away

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for a highly experienced Construction Project Administrator in Toronto, Ontario. This role involves overseeing complex bridge and roadway projects, ensuring that all tasks are completed according to client requirements. You will be responsible for coordinating onsite inspections and maintaining accurate documentation of daily activities. Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of experience in road and highway projects, along with strong analytical and negotiation skills. The expected salary range is $92,000 - $132,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years contract-related experience with advanced knowledge of contracting concepts.
• Experience in administering and inspecting road and highway construction projects.
• Valid Ontario driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration of complex bridge, roadway and highway construction projects.
• Oversee and ensure Contract Administration deliverables are completed.
• Promote and oversee health and safety policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Advanced degree or contract certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera (P6)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe construction services are more than project delivery; they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step. As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you’ll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients’ visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence. Our construction professionals — Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists — bring deep technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and a commitment to quality that sets industry benchmarks. Your contributions are critical to delivering successful, resilient infrastructure. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead in the field, uphold the highest standards, and leave a legacy of quality that communities can rely on for generations. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration of complex bridge, roadway and highway construction projects
• Oversee and ensure Contract Administration deliverables are completed in accordance with client requirements
• Lead, coordinate and monitor onsite inspection duties and tasks are completed, and inspector’s diaries are kept up to date and accurate
• Promote and oversee implementation of health and safety policies and procedures
• Maintain detailed daily diary of the contractor’s work, instructions provided, and overall issue and change management
• Review contractor activities are in accordance with the contract documents and requirements
• Provide oversight and confirmation of completed contract quantities are accurately calculated for processing progress and final payments
• Review, interpret, and analyze the Contractor’s initial critical path schedule to determine conformance to the contract, and provide regular review and analysis of monthly critical path schedules
• Supervise and perform quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works
• Coordinate specialty inspection and testing
• Liaise with the contractor and client representatives
• Chair and lead project meetings
• Provide interpretation and recommendation of contractor submittals
• Negotiate price agreements, change orders, claims and work directives
• Travel to projects across the province for extended periods of time
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in administering and inspecting road and highway construction projects
• Taken and passed the MTO T131 – Advanced Claims – Dispute Resolution training
• Experience administering municipal or highway construction projects
• Demonstrated experience as a Construction Contract Administrator on 2 or more Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) or municipal road projects with construction values of $5.0 Million or more
• Proven analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Laws and Regulations (Environmental, Health and Safety, etc.) and their application in construction contracts
• Ability to interpret critical path schedules
• Experience working with MS Project or Primavera (P6) would be considered a strong asset
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to organize, prioritize and schedule work
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Valid Ontario driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle

Required Qualifications

• 7 years contract-related experience; advanced degree or contract certification program may substitute for years of experience
• Working to expert knowledge of contracting concepts and company and client requirements
• Professional, self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented with the flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, with minimal management oversight
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software, including complex MS Excel spreadsheets with formulas
• Excellent writing and people skills
• Strong math, analytical and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other\'s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Toronto, ON/Richmond Hill, ON/Burlington, ON: $92,000 - $132,000

Primary Location: Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Other Locations: Canada-Ontario-Toronto, Canada-Ontario-Burlington

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting: Mar 24, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.