Contract Administrator

We are currently seeking an Inspector / Contract Administrator for Barrie and Mississauga, with a minimum of two years of civil construction, contract administration and client relationship management skills to join the Residential Development Group. This role requires an individual with an extensive civil field construction background as well as an in depth understanding of consultant roles and responsibilities.

This role involves both office and field work, including review and observation of construction projects, making decisions and ensuring the timely flow of information and decisions, to enable completion of the projects as required by the contract documents and our client’s development needs.

Role Specifics

• Site investigations and field inspection services for residential and site plan projects;
• Training and mentoring of junior staff
• Reviewing and commenting on constructability aspects of design drawings;
• Preparing tender and contract documents in support of design drawings;
• Assisting in contract negotiation and award processes;
• Understanding of municipal and provincial approvals, regulations and standards;
• Organizing and chairing project stake holder meetings;
• Conducting onsite survey and review while coordinating work with the client and contractor;
• Liaising with municipal and governing authorities as required in support of the contract;
• Preparing and issuing site inspection reports;
• Reviewing monthly contractor progress claims and issuing payment certificates;
• Reviewing, accessing and negotiating contractor change requests;
• Reviewing project as built information and assisting with letters of credit reduction; and
• Other duties as assigned.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required to facilitate the inspection and administration requirements of assigned projects.
• A valid driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle are mandatory in order to commute to project locations.

Qualified Candidates Should Have:

• A minimum of 2 years of civil construction and field inspection, contract administration and client relationship management experience.
• A diploma or education in a related discipline
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Outlook
• Ability to understand and interpret Contract Documents and Drawings
• Knowledge of Construction materials, building trades, means and methods of the construction process, project scheduling, and the contractual obligations of sub-contractors, suppliers, and manufacturers through the construction process
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Strong coordination and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Determination to set and manage priorities to meet all deadlines
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work detached from base support staff

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

A collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is supported. You’ll be part of a team that is passionate about land development and committed to delivering high-quality projects.

Ready to make a difference in the land development industry? Building not just projects, but lasting relationships and rewarding careers.

Are you interested in working for an employer with a 5-decade track record of building a great reputation both internally with their staff and externally with their clients? The team is a supportive group of colleagues that work together to provide value and service to our clients, while extending care to each other. We know that employees are our greatest asset, and thus we strive to provide a positive work/life balance.

Company Offers:

• A collaborative culture where friendship, honesty and respect are part of our core values and practices

• Flexible working hours and office locations, including hybrid working opportunities

• A competitive compensation and benefits package

• RSP company matching plan

• Career growth and professional development opportunities

• Potential for performance-driven bonusing

• Recruiting bonus / finder’s fee for referrals

• Wellbeing benefit

• Active social committees

• A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment

Fuze HR Solutions is committed to building a diverse, accessible, and equitable workforce. Our approach is twofold. Both internal, where we focus on creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees, and external, where we source and recruit from the most diverse candidate pools. Our teams are educated on current best practices at attracting, retaining, and working with the most talented and diverse candidates.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to accommodating every candidate and encourage those who identify as a member of a visible minority group, or a person with a disability and requiring specific accommodations, to apply.

For all questions, comments and feedback on our diversity and inclusion programs and policies or to request information relating to accommodation measures, please contact your local Fuze HR Solutions branch.

We look forward to working with you

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• Job ID / No. du Poste: 37273
• Open Positions / Postes Ouverts: 1