Structural Contract Administrator

Entuitive; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contract Administrator in Calgary to ensure high-quality service during the construction phase of projects. This role involves managing contract administration, collaborating with clients and contractors, and supporting the Construction Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a civil engineering background, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Join a company that values inclusivity and offers flexible working hours, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous parental leave policy

RRSP matching up to 5%

Participation in profit-sharing plan

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in building construction required.
• Professional registration with APEGA or ASET is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract administration for multiple projects.
• Be the primary contact with clients and construction partners.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Construction Knowledge

Leadership

Flexibility

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

Civil Engineering Technology Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

Based in Calgary and working within the Structural Group, the Contract Administrator will be an integral part of ensuring Entuitive meets (and exceeds!) the high level of service we expect of ourselves, and our clients have come to rely on, in the construction phase of our projects. This position will be primarily responsible for contract administration for projects in construction but will also have opportunity to contribute to our Construction Engineering design team. The role will involve both office and field responsibilities.

We would like to supplement our existing team with a self-motivated individual, with leadership skills and a desire to work in a collaborative team environment.

What will you do?

• Be Entuitive's primary point of contact with our Clients and construction partners
• Contract administrative duties such as shop drawing review, review of change orders, review progress billings, answering RFI's, issuing Site Instructions and Structural Design Notices, attend site meetings, and field reviews
• Manage contract administration for several projects in parallel involving multiple internal and external teams. The projects will vary in building types, structural materials, and delivery methods
• Develop and maintain a strong relationship with contractors, clients, and colleagues

What other areas can you be involved in?

• Along side the Structural Project Leadership Team, help manage Entuitive's CA team (including the delegation of applicable contract administration duties and budgeting, coordinating, and monitoring CA hours) and contribute to the mentoring and coaching of junior staff, as it relates to CA and how our designs are built
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Entuitive's construction administration processes and best practices as part of the CA Knowledge Centre
• Support our Construction Engineering team with opportunities to be involved in the design, management, and administration of shoring, temporary bracing, formwork & falsework, building demolition and relocation, and all other manners of projects related to the support of construction activities

Requirements

What do you need to succeed?

• A civil engineering degree with a structural focus or a Civil Engineering Technology diploma with a Construction Management focus
• Professional registration with APEGA or ASET
• Minimum 2-4 years industry experience in building construction
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to work with people at all levels including junior Entuitive staff, project stakeholders, and clients
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deliverables on an ongoing basis
• Flexibility, and a willingness to adapt to changing situations and shifting priorities, when necessary, while maintaining communication and a positive attitude
• Working knowledge of construction materials and products used in building construction, with a focus on concrete, steel, wood, and masonry
• Working knowledge and ability to use programs such as AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word)
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for site visits.
• Knowledge and interest related to embodied carbon is considered an asset

Benefits

Why Entuitive?

• Flexible working hours, 37.5 hour work week.
• Commitment to staff growth through mentoring and training.
• Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and their dependents.
• Generous parental leave policy.
• RRSP matching up to 5%.
• Participation in our discretionary profit-sharing plan.

About Entuitive

We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees and clients feel valued, respected, and supported. Entuitive will ensure that reasonable accommodations are made to persons with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes.

If you are excited about this opportunity and are interested in learning more about Entuitive, please check out our About Us page.

At Entuitive, we prioritize human-centric evaluation methods and do not utilize AI for screening or recruitment processes.