Contract Administrator

TYLin is a full-service, professional engineering firm focused on the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure solutions for public and private clients worldwide. The firm is an internationally recognized pioneer in solving the most difficult engineering challenges. Headquartered in San Francisco, California for over 65 years, TYLin has more than 3,200 professionals throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe.

Job Summary

Responsibilities & Qualifications

**Responsibilities**:

- As a Contract Administrator your role will be to monitor and control progress of the work for projects at a senior level.
- Detailed daily report and record keeping.
- Identify and resolve construction issues.
- Attend and chair site meetings, take meeting notes, and prepare site meeting minute reports.
- Monitor Contract quantities and prepare Request for Quotations, Change Directives, and Change Orders as needed.
- Prepare monthly Payment Certificates.
- Coordination and liaise between Clients, Contractors, and other agencies.
- Review and facilitate the approval of Shop Drawings and Submittals.
- Management of responses to Contractor’s RFI’s and clarification requests.
- Maintain regular communication with clients regarding project status, site issues and project quality and resolve issues as required.
- Follow all construction safety procedures and policies including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Implement and monitor inspection procedures in accordance with professional and corporate guidelines.
- Be able to work extended hours as the project requires.
- Complete tasks accurately and efficiently with minimum supervision. Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
- Registered with P.E.O. as a P.Eng. or Registered with OACETT as a CET
- MTO Class ‘G’ driver’s license in good standing and access to a personnel vehicle
- A minimum of 7+ years of direct experience in a Contract Administration and Site Inspection role is required.
- Experience in working on Infrastructure Ontario projects is would be an asset
- Experience in managing large scale municipal servicing projects with contaminated soils/water including significant dewatering requirements would be an asset
- Experience in the construction of pumping stations would be considered and asset
- Strong record keeping abilities
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Sound judgement and decision-making ability
- Ability to interpret Contract Documents and Engineering Drawings
- Knowledge of Canadian Contract Law including the Construction Lien Act
- First Aid and CPR, Confined Space Entry, Working at Heights, OTM Book 7 training is considered an asset however, training will be provided
- Survey knowledge using total station and GPS technology is considered an asset
- Strong MS office experience
- Creative and innovative thinker with sound technical aptitude and attention to detail
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues, associates, and clients
- Ability to effectively multi-task and work in fast paced, highly charged environment
- Client focused, always striving to give clients the best solutions
- Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients’ toughest challenges.
- High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way.
- Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence.

Additional Information

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.