Job Description

About UsAt HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That\'s why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.Watch Our Story:We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.HDR is seeking a Construction Contract Administrator to join our Transportation \xe2\x80\x93 Construction Services group in the Greater Toronto Area to work on provincial and municipal roadway and highway construction projects. The position will be responsible for coordinating an onsite team of technical professionals and inspectors to oversee the implementation of construction inspection and administration tasks while representing the client onsite, and liaising with client representatives.Primary Responsibilities

• Provide administration of complex bridge, roadway and highway construction projects
• Oversee and ensure Contract Administration deliverables are completed in accordance with client requirements.
• Lead, coordinate and monitor onsite inspection duties and tasks are completed, and inspector\xe2\x80\x99s diaries are kept up to date and accurate.
• Promote and oversee implementation of health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain detailed daily diary of the contractor\xe2\x80\x99s work, instructions provided, and overall issue and change management.
• Review contractor activities are in accordance with the contract documents and requirements.
• Provide oversight and confirmation of completed contract quantities are accurately calculated for processing progress and final payments.
• Review, interpret, and analyze the Contractor\xe2\x80\x99s initial critical path schedule to determine conformance to the contract, and provide regular review and analysis of monthly critical path schedules.
• Supervise and perform quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works.
• Coordinate specialty inspection and testing.
• Liaise with the contractor and client representatives.
• Chair and lead project meetings.
• Provide interpretation and recommendation of contractor submittals.
• Negotiate price agreements, change orders, claims and work directives.
• Travel to projects across the province for extended periods of time.
• Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired Qualifications

• Certified by OACETT as a Road Construction Contract Administrator (rcca) designation
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in administering and inspecting road and highway construction projects.
• Taken and passed the MTO T131 \xe2\x80\x93 Advanced Claims \xe2\x80\x93 Dispute Resolution training.
• Experience administering municipal or highway construction projects or similar work related to road construction.
• Demonstrated experience as a Construction Contract Administrator on 2 or more Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) or municipal road projects with construction values of $5.0 Million or more.
• Proven analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize required Computer software (i.e. MS Word and Excel, Outlook)
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Laws and Regulations (Environmental, Health and Safety, etc.) and their application in construction contracts.
• Ability to interpret critical path schedules;
• Experience working with MS Project or Primavera (P6) would be considered a strong asset.
• ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• ability to organize, prioritize and schedule work.
• ability to analyze and solve problems.
• demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Valid Ontario driver\xe2\x80\x99s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered with PEO as a P.Eng. with relevant experience

Why HDRAt HDR, we know work isn\'t only about who you work for it\'s also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other\'s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

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