Contract Administrator

GHD; Whitby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Contract Administrator for its water group in Ontario. This role involves contract administration, site inspection, and managing municipal infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and relevant experience in overseeing construction projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-graduate experience with minimum 2 years as contract administrator.
• Experience on municipal linear infrastructure projects.
• Ability to effectively communicate construction progress.

Responsibilities

• Contract administration of civil municipal infrastructure projects.
• Supervise a team of site inspectors.
• Manage multiple active projects in construction phase.

Skills

Contract Administration

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Conflict Resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering Technology Diploma

Professional Engineer Designation (P.Eng.)

Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

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Job Description

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.

Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Job Description

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.

Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow

Who are we looking for?

Due to continued rapid growth and expansion of the water group in Ontario, we are seeking a Contract Administrator – Linear Infrastructure to be based in the Greater Toronto Area offices with diversified experience in the management of services during construction for municipal linear infrastructure projects (sewers and water systems), including contract administration, site inspection, and the oversight of multiple staff.

In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

See what the power of commitment can do for you.

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

• Contract Administration of civil municipal infrastructure projects.
• Supervise of a team with multiple site inspectors.
• Manage multiple active projects in construction phase including direct communication with clients, contractors, project managers, designers, contract coordinators, site inspectors, and subconsultants on a daily basis.
• Experience in the review, analysis, negotiation, and resolution of construction claims.
• Conduct Construability Reviews to support design delivery as required.
• Ensure project deliverables meet or exceed GHD’s internal and external client quality objectives.

Skills, Competencies and Qualifications :

• Post-Secondary Education in Civil Engineering (Bachelor’s degree, or Civil Engineering Technology Diploma)
• Professional Engineer Designation (P.Eng.), or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.)
• 5+ years post-graduate experience - minimum 2 years as contract administration on water / sewer projects.
• Understanding of municipal linear infrastructure construction including reconstruction or rehabilitation of watermains, sewers, roadways, including multiple construction methodologies (open cut, trenchless rehabilitation, tunneling, etc.)
• Experience with progress payments, change orders, leading site meetings, preparation of minutes, recommendation letters and providing guidance to site staff in relation to contracts.
• Ability to effectively communicate construction progress, and proven ability to identify and proactively address issues
• Liaise with other disciplines, professionals, clients and third party as needed.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent problem solving, decision making and teamwork skills.
• Proven aptitude for estimating construction schedule, quantities and costs.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills are a must.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues, associates, and clients.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and work in fast paced, high change environment.
• Good initiative and attention to detail.
• Strong skills in conflict resolution.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Project Management, Science, and Engineering

Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services

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