Construction Contract Administrator

1 day ago

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Stantec Full time
Description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Your role as a senior contributor on our professional Architecture team is to work independently to assist clients through the creation of fiscally responsible, award-winning designs. This position focuses on multiple construction projects and your experience ensures that you are quite familiar with construction plans, specifications, estimates and building codes. You will be reviewing the construction of projects with green architecture sensibility as your goals.  You will lead the construction stage, while mentoring others and collaborating with team members to contribute to the final deliverables as required under instruction from the Project Leader. 

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Perform quality control/constructability reviews on drawings and specifications prior to issuing documents for permit/tender.
  • Attend site meetings, oversee activities on multiple construction projects & prepare site reports.
  • Provide progress reports to owner on a regular basis. 
  • Review shop drawings, answer Contractor requests for information and issue Contract Changes.
  • Mentor design and technical staff on construction and Practice issues.
  • Provide updates and reports to Principal-In-Charge/management.
Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

  • Ability to work independently and in team environment.
  • Sound technical and building envelope knowledge, strong understanding of codes, and familiarity with Nova Scotia construction practices.
  • Positive attitude and attention to detail.
  • Excellent and proven communication skills with clients, contractors, and authorities.
  • Review progress claims from Contractors.
  • Some travel is required and may involve working in a variety of environmental conditions. 
  • Recognized credentials from a construction contract administration course or other equivalent training an asset.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of building construction systems, constructability, materials, and industry associated standards.
  • Requires solid understanding and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD.

Education and Experience

  • Diploma in Architectural Technology.
  • 5+ years' experience with a focus on the construction phase of projects. 

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. #DesignYourPlace

 

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