WSP

Mining Construction Contract Administrator

WSP$90K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of procurement and contract management experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, or mining infrastructure projects.
  • Proven contract administration and communication skills gained onsite during complex projects with multiple vendors.
  • In-depth knowledge of contract terms, negotiation strategies, and industry regulations.
  • Commitment to safety with an MSHA certification required.
  • Strong verbal/written communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills, along with proficiency in MS Office.
  • Capable of effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders including designers, owners, and contractors.
  • Able to physically navigate active construction sites including uneven ground and climbing small ladders.

Responsibilities

  • Review, interpret, and manage contracts to ensure compliance with terms.
  • Support the preparation and negotiation of field work instructions and contract changes.
  • Monitor deliverables, milestones, and deadlines associated with contracts.
  • Identify contractual risks and collaborate with teams to develop mitigation strategies.
  • Manage all contract-related documentation including correspondence, claims, and variations.
  • Guide project teams on contractual processes and escalation requirements.
  • Coordinate with engineering and stakeholders on contract-related issues.
  • Assist in commercial reporting and tracking of contractual performance.

Benefits

  • Travel per diem available for non-local employees.
  • Supportive work environment within the Earth & Environment team.
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale mining projects.
  • Flexible work location within the United States with a preference for Nevada or Utah.
  • Commitment to employee safety and ethical conduct.
Full Job Description
Job Description

WSP is seeking a Mining Construction Contract Administrator to oversee and manage all contracts in support of a large mining EPCM project in our growing Earth & Environment team. This full-time onsite position can be from anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects.

The full-time Construction Contract Administrator is responsible for all contract-related activities post award from kick-off to closeout for onsite construction, services, and equipment vendors on projects that may involve open pit and/or underground environments. This role is responsible for ensuring the contracts meet all regulatory and stakeholder requirements to deliver successful outcomes for the client.

Responsibilities include:
  • Review, interpret, and administer contracts to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions in collaboration with the client and the WSP procurement, construction management, and project controls teams.
  • Support the preparation, negotiation, and execution of field work instructions, amendments and contract change orders.
  • Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, notices, and deadlines.
  • Identify contractual risks and work with project, legal, commercial, finance, and procurement teams to mitigate them.
  • Manage contract correspondence, records, claims, variations, and supporting documentation.
  • Provide guidance to project team on contractual rights, responsibilities, processes, and escalation requirements.
  • Coordinate with engineering and internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.
  • Assist with commercial reporting, cost impacts, payment provisions, and contractual performance tracking.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.


Desired Skills and Experience

We are seeking self-motivated professionals with:
  • 5+ years of relevant procurement and contract management experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, and/or mining infrastructure projects.
  • Demonstrated hands-on contract administration, documentation, and communication while onsite during a large-scale project with multiple vendors.
  • Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, negotiations, and industry standards and regulations, is required.
  • Commitment to safety. MSHA certification is required.
  • Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with good working computer capabilities in MS Office products.
  • Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment both above and underground.
  • Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.

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About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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