Structural Contract Administrator

Entuitive; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a firm that re-imagines how buildings are conceived and constructed as a Contract Administrator in Ottawa. You will manage contract duties for diverse projects, perform site inspections, and foster collaboration among teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Structural Engineering and relevant experience, with a passion for delivering quality results.

Benefits

Flexible working hours, 37.5 hour work week.

Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.

Generous parental leave policy.

RRSP matching up to 5%.

Participation in discretionary profit-sharing plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Site Access Security clearance is preferred.
• Knowledge related to embodied carbon is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular site inspections and report preparation.
• Manage contract administration duties for multiple projects in parallel.
• Develop and maintain a strong relationship with contractors and clients.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

We are a firm that does things a little differently. This is your opportunity to join our high-calibre, experienced group of professionals on a mission to re-imagine the future by changing the way that buildings are conceived and constructed.

As a Contract Administrator based in Ottawa, you will have access to a diverse portfolio of projects and be accountable for projects in construction consisting of varying building types, structural materials and delivery methods. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who will have both in-office and onsite responsibilities. Strong leadership skills and the ability to be collaborative are a must for this role and your success at Entuitive.

We are passionate about our work and strive to provide our clients with the utmost in service when it comes to quality and timeliness of our product. You will be expected to foster a collaborative team environment while supporting the vision, mission, and values and our “One Company” culture.

What will you do?

• Perform regular site inspections and report preparation.
• Attend regular site meetings with contractors, other consultants, and clients
• Manage contract administration duties for multiple projects in parallel
• Provide immediate engineering support to contractors in the field
• Design of deficiency mitigation measures
• Design of jacking, falsework, shoring and roadway protection etc.

• Review progress billings and issue Site Instructions
• Review of work on construction sites is required
• Ability to attend and conduct presentations.
• Develop and maintain a strong relationship with contractors and clients

What do you need to succeed?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Site Access Security clearance is preferred
• Experience on site and working with contractors
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to work with people at all levels including project stakeholders and clients.
• Able to communicate ideas and recommendations in a clear manner, listen effectively and adopt and integrate ideas from other team members, including clients and contractors.
• Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects on time
• Ability to work on both small and large projects of varying durations
• Ability to explain designs and to work with others to develop the optimal design for the available resources
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Knowledge and interest related to embodied carbon is considered an asset
• Willingness to be Entuitive.

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.