Contract Administrator - Construction

Contract Administrator – Construction (Ottawa, Ontario)

GFT is seeking a Contract Administrator to fill a position within our Construction Services Group in Ottawa. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Ottawa office.

• Perform Contract Administration duties throughout all phases of construction and rehabilitation ensuring adherence to contract specifications.
• Act as the owner’s representative during construction with assistance from design engineers and field inspectors.
• Prepare monthly progress payment certificates and issue Change Orders.
• Review contractor submissions including traffic control plans, shop drawings, schedule, paving and concrete pour plans, and watermain commissioning plan.
• Coordinate with material testing firm to ensure all mix designs and specified materials are approved in advance of construction.
• Chair pre‑construction, pre‑pave, pre‑concrete pour meetings.
• Review and respond to contractor RFIs.
• Manage change on a fast‑moving project and achieve resolution in a timely manner.
• Be a team player and comfortable with partnering principles and best practice.
• Issue Certificate of Substantial Performance per Construction Act.
• Develop necessary contractual responses in a timely manner to position the owner as a proactive leader.
• Train junior staff in inspections and contract administration.
• Occasional site visits to support site inspections.

• P.Eng or C.E.T.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Contract Administration and Inspections; design experience is a strong asset.
• In‑depth knowledge of OPSD/OPSS standards and construction staging.
• Good understanding of the Occupier H&S Act, the Construction Act, OPSS MUNI 100 General Conditions and Ontario Regulation 406/1 Excess Soil Management.
• Proficient in the use of Builterra platform (Dailies, Progress Payment, Tendering).
• Excellent communication, documentation, and coordination skills.
• Recognized as eligible or active under MTO RAQS (strong asset).

Salary range: $ – $, dependent on experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development with internal and external training programs and support for active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.