Infrastructure Contract Administration Lead

CIMA+; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Employee and Family Assistance Program

RRSP with employer contribution

Employee ownership via shares

Job summary

CIMA+’s Infrastructure team combines top-notch skills with an intimate understanding of the local community to deliver customized infrastructure services for municipalities and real-estate developers. We have delivered hundreds of projects across Canada, including innovative solutions for water and wastewater assets, on time and on budget.

Due to growth, CIMA+ is seeking an experienced Team Lead, Contract Administration to support infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in contract administration within municipal infrastructure, transportation, or water/wastewater projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contract documents, specifications, and principles related to contract changes, claims, and delays.
• Experience in project planning, cost and schedule management, risk mitigation, and the administration of public infrastructure contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage contract administration teams on multiple construction projects.
• Oversee inspection services and ensure quality assurance is maintained across all projects.
• Supervise the measurement of construction progress and approve payment certificates.
• Direct and manage project documentation and ensure timely submission of progress reports.
• Review and provide strategic recommendations on contract changes, claims, and potential disputes.
• Provide guidance and field solutions for unforeseen construction issues and support conflict resolution.
• Coordinate and respond to Contractor RFIs and requests for clarifications.
• Chair and lead construction progress meetings, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders.
• Act as the main liaison between contractors, clients, and municipal officials, ensuring updates on project status.

Skills

Leadership

Contract administration

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)

Contract management software

Job description

CIMA+’s Infrastructure team combines top-notch skills with an intimate understanding of the local community to deliver customized infrastructure services for municipalities and real-estate developers. We have delivered hundreds of projects across Canada, including innovative solutions for water and wastewater assets, on time and on budget.

Due to growth, CIMA+ is seeking an experienced Team Lead, Contract Administration to support infrastructure projects.