Contract Administrator

Position Details

• Department: Engineering
• Work Location: On-Site

Reporting to the Supervisor of Contract Administration, the Contract Administrator is a part of a dynamic team of professionals, is primarily responsible for the contract administration of small to large complex municipal infrastructure projects including in-house capital linear projects and services procured through consultants.

The Contract Administrator is expected to develop and manage requests for proposals/quotes, service contracts, tender contract documents, cost estimates, and contract administration inclusive of site meetings, preparation of payment certificates, and liaison with consultants, contractors and residents throughout the duration of the capital projects.

Other responsibilities include facilitation of the Brantford Utility Coordination Committee, review of utility designs submitted for Municipal Consent and provide conditions for approval, communication and coordination with regulatory authorities, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A three (3) year community college diploma as a Civil Engineering Technologist or equivalent education.
• Three (3) years of progressive experience in project management, contract administration and coordination of linear municipal infrastructure.
• Working knowledge and practical experience of municipal engineering design and associated engineering standards and procedures.
• Membership in OACETT as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET). (Eligibility for certification may be considered).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation would be considered an asset.
• Sound knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office and GIS applications.
• Familiar with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act , (OHSA), Ontario Provincial Standards, Specifications & Drawings (OPSS, OPSD), Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) Manual, OTM Book 7 and local and provincial legislation, policies and regulations.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple and changing demands and priorities.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills are essential to function effectively in both a team environment and independently.
• A valid Class G license in good standing with access to a personal vehicle.