GHD Group

Assistant Contract Administrator

GHD Group$91K — $137K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • OACETT 'rcca' or P.Eng. designation required.
  • 5+ years in Civil Engineering Infrastructure, especially Highway and Bridge construction.
  • Experience as Assistant Contract Administrator on contracts over $5-million.
  • Aptitude for estimating schedules, costs, and quantities.
  • Familiarity with progress payments, change orders, and leading site meetings.

Responsibilities

  • Administer contracts for civil infrastructure projects.
  • Coordinate daily with Project Managers, inspectors, contractors, and clients.
  • Assist with field duties alongside Quality Assurance Inspectors and subconsultants.
  • Prepare documentation such as agendas, minutes, and change orders.
  • Work extended hours, including nights and weekends, as needed.
  • Facilitate communication with clients regarding future construction projects.

Benefits

  • Encouragement of individual achievement and diversity within the workforce.
  • Commitment to fair hiring practices incorporating AI functionalities.
  • Provision of reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we'll help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Our Construction Phase Services group located in our Markham, Whitby, Toronto, and Mississauga Offices is looking for an Assistant Contract Administrator to work as part of a contract administration team on Highway / Road / Bridge construction projects in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead. We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

See what the power of commitment can do for you.

Your Responsibilities will include:
  • Responsible for Contract Administration of civil provincial and municipal infrastructure projects
  • Liaise with the Project Managers, designers, field inspectors, contractors and clients on a daily basis.
  • Assisting the Contract Administrator in the coordination of field duties and tasks by Quality Assurance Inspectors, specialists, and subconsultant staff;
  • Preparing contract documentation including agendas, minutes, Instruction Notices, Change Orders, etc., for review and dissemination to client, contractor and third party representatives;
  • Working nights, weekends, extended shifts;
  • Working overtime hours as necessary. Work is seasonal in nature and will likely involve greater hours of work in summer than in winter months; and
  • Liaise with Clients for future Construction work.

Skills, Competencies & Qualifications:
  • OACETT 'rcca' designation, or Professional Engineers Ontario designation as a P.Eng.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in Civil Engineering Infrastructure construction, with a substantial focus on Highway and Bridge construction.
  • Minimum 1 projects' experience as an Assistant Contract Administrator on MTO, Regional or Municipal contracts with construction value greater than $5-million.
  • Proven aptitude for estimating construction schedule, quantities and costs.
  • Experience with progress payments, change orders, leading site meetings, preparation of minutes, and providing guidance to field staff in relation to contracts.
  • Excellent organizational and prioritization skills are a must.
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Proficient with MS Word and Excel.
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues, associates, and clients.
  • Ability to effectively multi-task and work in fast paced, high change environment.
  • Good initiative and attention to detail.
  • Strong skills in conflict resolution.

The salary range for this position is $91,896 - $137,844 . The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

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Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

About GHD Group

GHD Group is a global engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting firm that provides services to clients in the water, energy, environment, property and buildings, and transportation sectors. The company was founded in 1928 and is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. GHD has more than 10,000 employees in over 200 offices worldwide, and it operates in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America. The company's services include engineering design, project management, asset management, environmental consulting, and digital services. GHD's clients include governments, private companies, and non-profit organizations, and its projects range from small-scale local initiatives to large-scale international infrastructure projects.
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