Structural Contract Administrator – Heritage Projects

WSP USA; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Contract Administrator (Structural) to oversee the structural components of the Centre Block Rehabilitation Project in Ottawa, Ontario. You will liaise with architects, engineers and the Construction Manager to ensure contract documents are followed and field decisions are sound.

With a background in civil engineering and a P.Eng. designation preferred, you will review submittals, monitor testing, manage RFIs, and support risk reviews on a heritage restoration of

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in civil engineering with a focus on structural engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a structural Contract Administrator on large building projects; heritage or fast-tracked project experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and CSA standards for steel, concrete, and masonry.

Responsibilities

• Review construction activities to verify compliance with contract documents and document findings in FORs.
• Coordinate on-site structural work with the architectural Contract Administrator and other discipline leads to maintain alignment across project scopes.
• Manage assigned submittals to ensure timely review and return to the construction manager and contractor teams.
• Monitor independent testing and inspection agencies for compliance with project requirements and structural standards.
• Respond to RFIs with clarity and precision, ensuring alignment with structural intent and contract documents.
• Prepare Site Instructions and Construction Bulletins that guide construction changes and field decisions.
• Review structural-related claims and support dispute resolution processes.

Skills

Structural contract administration

Civil engineering background

On-site coordination

Communication skills

Bilingual (French) optional

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Revit

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Contract Administrator (Structural) to oversee the structural components of the Centre Block Rehabilitation Project in Ottawa, Ontario. You will liaise with architects, engineers and the Construction Manager to ensure contract documents are followed and field decisions are sound.

With a background in civil engineering and a P.Eng. designation preferred, you will review submittals, monitor testing, manage RFIs, and support risk reviews on a heritage restoration of