Contract Administrator

Our Buildings Group offers services for all phases of the project life cycle, from pre-project planning through detailed design, construction and operations, to decommissioning. This is where great ideas and rewarding careers are built. Exercising creativity and ingenuity, our team develops unique solutions in building technologies, energy, and environmental performance. Our professionals deliver innovative, integrated, and practical solutions to complex industrial problems in many sectors, including healthcare, industrial facilities, education, etc. Comprised of industry process experts, engineers, technologists, architects, as well as occupational health and safety professionals, we provide career opportunities as unique as you are.
Your Opportunity
Stantec is currently seeking a full time Buildings Construction Administrator based out of our Ottawa, ON office.
Your Key Responsibilities

• Interpreting contracts and ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Running construction meetings and providing meeting summaries.
• Monitoring and verifying contract progress.
• Preparing and processing:
  • Requests for information
  • Change management documents
  • Contract amendments
  • Progress payment certificates
  • Site observation reports
• Evaluating contractors' submissions for changes and claims.
• Negotiating an acceptable resolution to contract changes and claims, and processing for management approval.
• Processing contract close-outs.
• Preparing various reports and other correspondence relating to areas of responsibility.
• Create and maintain current records of cumulative work completed and inspected.
• Coordinate the impact of the changes to the contract and document these changes identified through the change control procedure.
• Provide guidance on financial and contractual matters pertaining to contracts.
• Work with sub-consultants to ensure their commercial deliverables meet project requirements.
• Promote safety.
• Also, physical demands include:
  • Climb ladders.
  • Work from elevated platforms, roofs, and lifts.
  • Work outdoors and in buildings under construction.
  • Work shifts and weekends when required.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Sound judgment, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective interpersonal, negotiation, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, administrative, and decision-making skills required to effectively handle changing priorities and project deadlines.
• Ability to co-ordinate the efforts of others to accomplish objectives.
• Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.
• Proficient in critical path scheduling.
• Proficient in reading drawings and specifications.
• Detailed technical knowledge of Architectural, Structural, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection and Electrical systems.
• Proficient in working with MS Office programs.
• Ability to work with AutoCAD and Revit is considered an asset.
• Ability to work both in English and in French is considered an asset.
• Government of Canada Security Clearance is considered an asset.
• Experience with document control platforms such as Newforma is considered an asset.

Education and Experience

• Possess a two-year post-secondary education or higher in engineering or construction management with 10 years of experience in construction administration.
• A thorough knowledge of construction and contracting principles, methods, procedures, and practices including contract administration relating to changes, claims and delays.
• A comprehensive knowledge of relevant engineering, pertinent legislation, standards, and scheduling practices/methods.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.