Senior Contract Administrator, Highways and Roads

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Richmond Hill is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to oversee highway and roadway construction projects. This role requires extensive experience in contract administration and project inspection. Candidates should have a strong background in managing complex construction contracts and leading onsite teams. This position offers an opportunity to work with a collaborative team committed to high standards of project execution.

Benefits

Living Wage Employer certification

Employee Network Groups for inclusivity

Health and safety commitment

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in road and highway construction projects.
• Experience administering municipal or highway construction projects.
• Ability to interpret construction critical path schedules.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onsite technical staff and inspectors.
• Administer complex bridge and highway construction projects.
• Ensure contract administration deliverables are completed.

Skills

Contract Administration

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

OACETT certification or P.Eng. designation

Advanced degree or contract certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Primavera (P6)

Kahua’s CMS

Job description

Senior Contract Administrator, Highways and Roads - ( 187163 )

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to join our Transportation – Construction and Field Services team in the Greater Toronto Area to work on roadway and highway construction projects. Reporting to the group lead, the position will be responsible for coordinating an onsite team of technical professionals and inspectors to oversee the implementation of construction inspection and administration tasks while representing the client onsite and liaising with client representatives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administration of complex bridge, roadway and highway construction projects
• Oversee and ensure Contract Administration deliverables are completed in accordance with client requirements
• Lead, coordinate and monitor onsite inspection duties and tasks are completed, and inspector’s diaries are kept up to date and accurate
• Promote and oversee implementation of health and safety regulations
• Maintain detailed daily diary of the contractor’s work, instructions provided, and overall issue and change management
• Review contractor activities are in accordance to the contract documents and requirements
• Provide oversight and confirmation of completed contract quantities are accurately calculated for processing progress and final payments
• Review, interpret, and analyze the Contractor’s initial critical path schedule to determine conformance to the contract, and provide regular review and analysis of monthly critical path schedules.
• Supervise and perform quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works
• Coordinate specialty inspection and testing by sub-consultants
• Liaise with the contractor and client representatives
• Chair and lead project meetings
• Provide interpretation and recommendation of contractor submitted claims
• Negotiate price agreements, change orders, claims and work directives
• Travel to projects across the province for extended periods of time
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified by OACETT as a Road Construction Contract Administrator (rcca) designation, and/or registered with PEO as a P.Eng. with relevant experience
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in administering and inspecting road and highway construction projects.
• Successful completion of MTO TL 131 – Advanced Issues Resolution Course, including applicable refresher course
• Experience administering municipal or highway construction projects
• Demonstrated experience as a Construction Contract Administrator on 4 or more Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) or municipal projects with construction values of $15.0 Million or more.
• Proven analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Knowledge and ability to utilize required computer software such as MS Word, Excel, and Kahua’s Contract Management System (CMS)
• Sound knowledge of design standards, OPS specifications, standard drawings, materials and methods associated with highway/freeway/ATMS construction
• Knowledge and skill in interpreting and applying transportation construction practices; procedures and quality assurance techniques
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Laws and Regulations (Environmental, Health and Safety, etc.) and their application in construction contracts
• Ability to interpret construction critical path schedules
• Experience working with MS Project, and/or Primavera (P6)
• A bility to organize, prioritize and schedule work
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• D emonstrated leadership abilities
• Valid Ontario driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.

Required Qualifications

• 7 years contract-related experience; advanced degree or contract certification program may substitute for years of experience
• Working to expert knowledge of contracting concepts and company and client requirements
• Professional, self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented with the flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, with minimal management oversight
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software, including complex MS Excel spreadsheets with formulas
• Excellent writing and people skills
• Strong math, analytical and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location: Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Other Locations:

Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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