Senior Contract Administrator — Complex Architectural Projects

DIALOG; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave top-up programs

RRSP matching

Medical and dental benefits from day 1

Discounted memberships

Gifted time off during holidays

Vacation Buy-Up program

Professional memberships reimbursement

Job summary

DIALOG, a multidisciplinary design firm in Canada, seeks an experienced Contract Administrator to lead CA-phase delivery across large projects. You will establish protocols, coordinate with owners, consultants, and contractors, and oversee documentation and closeout activities.

You will mentor staff, manage risk, and ensure adherence to contract requirements while navigating fast-paced construction environments across diverse disciplines.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Contract Administration experience on multiple projects.
• Experience leading CA on complex projects (>$100M).
• Knowledge of standard and non-standard contracts (CCDC, etc.).
• Understanding procurement, changes, claims, delays; risk mitigation.
• Expert in field reviews, payment certification, contract docs & changes.
• Strong building science knowledge and understanding of systems.
• Familiarity with building codes and regulations.
• Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making in high-risk scenarios.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary coordination and contractor reviews.
• Experience leading Substantial Completion, closeout & project handovers.
• Mentoring and developing team members across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all CA-phase activities ensuring contract requirements and design intent.
• Establish project protocols and communication frameworks across stakeholders.
• Conduct site reviews and direct corrective actions for conformance.
• Monitor schedule, cost and progress; identify risks and advise Owner.
• Direct contract documentation and responses (RFI, PCN, CO, Submittals).
• Provide clear direction to contractors and consultants on contracts.
• Lead conflict resolution, negotiations and claims handling.
• Provide technical leadership on construction issues and sequencing.
• Mentor junior staff and promote CA best practices.

Skills

Contract administration

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Architecture/Engineering background incl. Revit

CCCA certification

Tools

Onware

Part3

Procore

Prolog

BIM 360

Revit

Job description

DIALOG, a multidisciplinary design firm in Canada, seeks an experienced Contract Administrator to lead CA-phase delivery across large projects. You will establish protocols, coordinate with owners, consultants, and contractors, and oversee documentation and closeout activities.

You will mentor staff, manage risk, and ensure adherence to contract requirements while navigating fast-paced construction environments across diverse disciplines.