Contract Administrator- Construction

GFT; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT, a leading AEC firm, seeks a Contract Administrator for its Construction Services Group in Guelph, Ontario. The role involves ensuring construction compliance, managing contractor submissions, and training junior staff while benefiting from a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive compensation

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in Contract Administration and Inspections.
• In-depth knowledge of OPSD/OPSS standards and construction staging.
• Good understanding of Occupation H&S Act and the Construction Act.

Responsibilities

• Perform contract administration duties ensuring adherence to specifications.
• Act as owner's representative during construction and prepare progress payment certificates.
• Review contractor submissions and manage timely responses to RFIs.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Problem-solving

Education

P.Eng or C.E.T.

Tools

Builterra platform

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Contract Administratorto join our Construction Services Group in Guelph, Ontario! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Guelph, Ontario office.

As a Contract Administrator you will play a key role in ensuring construction and rehabilitation activities adhere to contract specifications, standards, and client expectations.

In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Perform Contract Administration duties throughout all the phases of construction and rehabilitation ensuring adherence to contract specifications.
• Act as the owner’s representative during construction with assistance from design engineer/s and field inspectors.
• Prepare monthly progress payment certificates and issue Change Orders.
• Review Contractor’s submissions including but not limited to; traffic control plans (in light of OTM Book 7), shop drawings, schedule, paving and concrete pour plans, watermain commissioning plan etc.
• Coordinate with material testing firm to ensure all mix designs and specified materials are approved in advance of construction.
• Chair pre-construction, pre-pave, pre-concrete pour meetings
• Review and respond to contractor’s RFIs
• Must be able to manage change on a fast-moving project and where necessary and achieve resolution in a timely manner.
• Be a team player and comfortable with partnering principles and best practice.
• Issue Certificate of Substantial Performance per Construction Act.
• Develop necessary contractual responses in a timely manner with a goal of positioning the owner as a pro-active leader rather than reactive responder.
• Train junior staff in inspections and contract administration
• Occasional site visits to support site inspections.
  
  

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• P.Eng or C.E.T.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in Contract Administration and Inspections. Design experience is a strong asset.
• In-depth knowledge of OPSD/OPSS standards and construction staging.
• Good understanding of Occupation H&S Act, the Construction Act, OPSS MUNI 100 General Conditions and Ontario Regulation 406/1excess soil management.
• Proficient in the use of Builterra platform (Dailies, Progress Payment, Tendering)
• Eng communication, documentation, and coordination skills
• MTO project experience would be considered a strong asset.
  
  

Compensation

The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
  
  

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preference.

Location: Guelph, Ontario

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

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