Structural Contract Administrator

Entuitive; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading structural engineering firm in Calgary is seeking a Contract Administrator to oversee contract administration during the construction phase of projects. You will manage communication with clients and construction partners and ensure compliance with project requirements. Ideal candidates possess a civil engineering degree or diploma, have 2-4 years of related experience, and are proficient in tools such as AutoCAD and Revit. This position promotes a collaborative work culture with flexible hours and benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous parental leave policy

RRSP matching up to 5%

Participation in discretionary profit-sharing plan

Qualifications

• Professional registration with APEGA or ASET.
• Minimum 2-4 years industry experience in building construction.
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact with clients and construction partners.
• Manage contract administration for projects in parallel.
• Contribute to development of construction administration processes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Knowledge of construction materials

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Civil engineering degree with a structural focus

Civil Engineering Technology diploma with Construction Management focus

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Overview

What is the opportunity?

Based in Calgary and working within the Structural Engineering Group, the Contract Administrator will be an integral part of ensuring Entuitive meets 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 the 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 RFIs, 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?

• 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

• Flexible working hours, 37.5 hour work week
• Minimum 3 days a week in office. Building strong relationships and collaborating internally is important to us!
• 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

How does collaboration happen?

All positions require in-office presence 3 days a week. Building strong relationships and collaborating internally is important to us! Collaborate virtually for the remainder of the week.

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.