Construction Contract Administrator - Field Operations

HDR; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an experienced professional for a senior role within its Building Engineering Services Group in Calgary. You will support multidisciplinary construction projects, reading and interpreting drawings, tracking progress, and coordinating with owners, contractors, and design teams to ensure quality and schedule adherence.

As an employee-owned firm, HDR emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and delivering high-impact infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with Primavera, Microsoft Project, Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Possess a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Attend coordination meetings and regular construction progress meetings with the Owner and the Contractor.
• Work with the HDR Project Manager to evaluate project schedules and prepare status reports.
• Coordinate submittals reviews and mock-up reviews
• Work with the design team to resolve RFIs and issue Supplemental Instructions and manage contract changes
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor’s activities, labor, equipment and materials used
• Photograph construction progress and catalog photos for future reference.
• Review construction materials for Contract compliance
• Review Contractor pay requests and track progress for certification of payment
• Conduct observations of installation and witness testing
• Identify nonconforming work and maintain punchlists until corrected
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Job description

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? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story 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 building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

• Possess a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Attend coordination meetings and regular construction progress meetings with the Owner and the Contractor.
• Work with the HDR Project Manager to evaluate project schedules and prepare status reports.
• Coordinate submittals (shop drawings, samples) reviews and mock-up reviews
• Work with the design team to resolve Requests for Information (RFIs), and issue Supplemental Instructions and manage construction Contract Changes
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor’s daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used
• Photograph construction progress and catalog photos for future reference.
• Review construction materials for Contract compliance
• Review Contractor pay requests, including stored materials; track progress for certification of payment
• Conduct observations of the installation and witness acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
• Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Work under general supervision of a Design Project Manager
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) certification
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Ability to problem-solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer
• Thorough knowledge of materials, means, methods and equipment used on multi-disciplinary construction projects.
• Experience with construction scheduling, cost controls, and quality (quality control/quality assurance).
• Experience with preparing Daily Reports, Nonconformance Notifications, and other reports or documentation.
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, construction document management platforms, Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar software packages used on design and construction projects.
• First Aid / CPR/AED certification.
• Local candidates are preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
• Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication 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.

Primary Location: Canada-Alberta-Calgary Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Program Management Job Posting: Aug 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Aff… We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.