Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor, Infrastructure | General Contractor | Toronto / Vancouve[...]

Outpost Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure contractor is looking for a Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor to maximize project margins and enhance the construction process through effective cost management. The position requires strong negotiation skills, contract compliance knowledge, and relevant qualifications with substantial experience in major infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will be proficient in financial reviews and have the ability to manage project costs effectively.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in contract administration.
• 3+ years in major infrastructure projects.
• Experience with packages worth $10 million or more.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate commercial terms with subcontractors.
• Oversee contractual compliance and execution.
• Process progress payment requests accurately.

Skills

Contract execution

Cost control

Risk management

Documentation

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Construction

MRICS or CIOB certification

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

Major infrastructure contractor is seeking a Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join their project teams in Vancouver, BC, and Toronto, ON. Salary ranges from $140,000 to $180,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to collaborate with our client on this full-time, permanent role.

The role involves maximizing project margins and adding value to the construction process through proactive involvement in cost management and reporting. Responsibilities include carrying out monthly financial reviews, forecasting final project costs and margins, and ensuring timely submission and negotiation of final accounts with clients, main contractors, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities of Contracts Manager

• Negotiate commercial terms with subcontractors.
• Review subcontract quotes and participate in procurement processes.
• Ensure bonding requirements are met by subcontractors per the Commercial Plan.
• Administer subcontractor performance and compliance.
• Check progress applications and recommend payments.
• Value change orders.
• Assist with earned value reporting.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams on subcontract terms and amendments.
• Participate in claims or dispute resolutions.
• Review subcontract final accounts and process back charges.
• Suggest improvements in contract administration efficiency.
• Manage claims from subcontractors and against the client.

Essential Functions

• Oversee contractual compliance and execution.
• Process progress payment requests, ensuring accuracy.
• Handle release of holdbacks and final payments, ensuring all documentation is complete.
• Manage contract close-out and evaluate contractor performance.
• Implement all Health & Safety requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of contract execution and compliance.
• Understanding of surety / letters of credit, bonds.
• Awareness of commercial, cost control, risk management, and contract requirements.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and word processing.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and planning skills.
• Numerical competence and spreadsheet skills.
• Experience with construction projects within fixed budgets.

Special Conditions

Travel within Canada and possibly relocation to various project sites may be required, as directed by project needs.

Experience / Qualifications

• MRICS, CIOB, or working towards chartership.
• Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, or related field.
• 5-10 years’ experience in contract administration.
• Minimum 3 years in major infrastructure projects.
• Experience in multinational joint ventures and Design Build in P3 environments.
• Experience managing packages worth $10 million or more.

Ideal Candidate : Must have authorization to work in Canada. Please highlight relevant experience, project overviews, and project scale ($) in your resume.