Construction Contract Administrator, Rail

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HDR is seeking a Construction Contract Administrator to join our Transportation – Construction and Field Services team to work on rail and transit construction projects. Reporting to the group lead, 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.

In the role of Construction Contract Administrator, we'll count on you to:

• Provide administration of complex railway bridge and railway right-of-way construction projects;
• Oversee and ensure Contract Administration deliverables are completed in accordance to client requirements;
• Coordinate and conduct onsite inspection duties and prepare daily inspector's diaries, as needed;
• Promote and oversee implementation of health and safety regulations;
• Review contractor activities are in accordance to the contract documents and requirements;
• Provide oversight and confirmation of completed contract quantities are accurately calculated for processing progress and final payments;
• Liaise with the contractor and client representatives;
• Chair and lead project meetings;
• Provide interpretation and recommendation of contractor submitted RFIs, extension of time requests, claims, and onsite construction issues;
• Issue and/or negotiate change orders, extra work claims, and work directives;
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered with PEO as a P.Eng, and or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation
• A minimum of 8 years experience in administering and inspecting railway and transit projects
• Demonstrated experience railway right-of-way and/or rail bridge construction projects
• Proven analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Laws and Regulations (Environmental, Health and Safety, etc.) and their application in construction contracts
• Ability to organize, prioritize and schedule work
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Valid Ontario driver's license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years contract related experience; advanced degree or contract certification program may substitute for years of experience
• Professional, self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented with the flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, with minimal management oversight
• Excellent writing and people skills
• Strong math and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:
Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Other Locations:
Canada-Ontario-Toronto, Canada-Burlington

Industry:
Transit

Schedule:
Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

BusinessClass:
Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting:
Mar 17, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.