Construction Contract Administrator
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Job Description:
Are you an experienced Construction Contract Administrator who’s worked on large Infrastructure projects? Have you successfully worked with Project Managers and Construction Managers on ensuring infrastructure meets project requirements? Parsons is currently seeking a Construction Contract Administrator to work with our Senior Project Team on large scale Infrastructure projects. In this role, you will:
• Administer the construction contract on behalf of the owner/client, typically for a government agency/municipality
• Verify that the construction is done in accordance with the contract documents and specifications
• Administer payment and resolving claims with the contractor
• Prepare reports, usually of a financial nature, relating to contract costs, incremental contract funding, number/dollar value of contracts received in given time-period, and project status reports.
• Monitor the progress of the work and provide updates to the owner.
• Resolve construction issues through the RFI, Site Instruction and Change Order Processes
• Overseeing the Quality Assurance program and administering Non-Conformances to the work
• Supervise the inspection and administration staff working on the project
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
A combination of the following education experience is required:
• Degree or Diploma in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, and/or combination of related experience
• 10+ years of experience in construction administration
• PEO or OACETT registration in good standing
• Knowledge of the Contract Administration requirements
• Knowledge of applicable design standards, OPS specifications, standard drawings, and quality control / quality assurance material testing methods.
• Knowledge of the application of transportation construction practices and methods including the applicable quality assurance procedures
• Proven analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Effective organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to utilize computer software such as MS Word, Excel, including experience with specific software and with material payment calculation methods.
• G License required
The successful candidate will have the ability to prepare memos and technical reports. Proven success in managing large municipal and transportation engineering projects and proven success in managing a team of inspectors, engineers and technologists is a must
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
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