Contract Administrator - Transportation

Stantec; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Stantec as a Contract Administrator in Ottawa, where you'll manage large civil contracts and ensure compliance with contract specifications. Your expertise in team management and knowledge of Ontario standards will contribute to fostering a positive safety culture while ensuring project success. Bring your skills to a company recognized for its collaborative team environment and make an impact on community infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Construction Contract Administrator or equivalent for 5+ years.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in MTO or Municipal infrastructure construction.
• Knowledge of Ontario Provincial Standards and Specifications.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control all aspects of civil contract administration.
• Coordinate team's inspection activities to ensure conformance.
• Review and prepare recommendations for clients.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Negotiation

Conflict Resolution

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Civil Engineering

Registration as a professional engineer with PEO

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

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.

Stantec is looking to add strength to our Infrastructure Field Services team in Ottawa. If you are a Contract Administrator looking to champion an engaged safety culture and foster a positive and collaborative team culture with an award-winning company, apply today.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Direct, organize, and control all aspects of work related to the administration of medium to large civil contracts of varying complexity.
• Work on moderate to complex problems requiring thorough analysis of situations or data.
• Ensure work on contracts proceeds according to approved plans, contract specifications, tender documents, procedures and quality standards.
• Coordinate your team’s inspection activities to ensure conformance with specifications and contract documents.
• Review and prepare recommendations via memo format for clients in response to Requests for Clarification (RFC's), Change Orders, (CO’s) Claims, Change Proposals, Requests for Information (RFI's) or Extension of Time Requests (EOT's.)
• Review and issue responses to RFCs in collaboration with the project manager and client.
• Manage progress payment reviews and approvals.
• Review claims before presenting them to the project manager and client.
• Prepare and issue Instruction Notices with collaboration from the project manager and client.
• Monitor staff levels and requirements for your project team and coordinate regularly with the project manager.
• Check contract documents and review design packages for errors and/or omissions and review identified issues with the project manager
• Mentor and coach junior staff.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills with demonstrated experience managing teams.
• Knowledge and understanding of Ontario Provincial Standards and Specifications (OPSS) and Ontario Provincial Standard Drawings (OPSD).
• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Environmental Protection Act.
• Knowledge of construction survey and layout.
• Knowledge of construction methods and materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, time management, negotiation and conflict resolution, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with MS Project or Primavera is considered an asset.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Education and Experience

• Experience as a Construction Contract Administrator or equivalent for 5 or more years.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology/Technician.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in MTO or Municipal infrastructure construction.
• Registration as a professional engineer with PEO, or as a technician or technologist with O.A.C.E.T.T.
• Equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Designation as determined by OACETT as a Road Construction Senior Inspector (RCSI) or Road Construction Contract Administration (RCCA) is an asset.
• MTO’s TLT 131: Advanced Issues Resolution 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. #DesignYourPlace

Additional Information

About the company

Stantec Inc. is an international professional services company in the design and consulting industry.

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