Contracts Administrator - Ontario

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Department:Compliance

Market:Transportation

Employment Type:Full Time

Kiewit's Contract Administratos are responsible for supporting the administration of construction contracts from project award through closeout. You will work closely with project management, estimating, legal, and procurement teams to ensure contract compliance, track deliverables, and mitigate risks. This position requires someone comfortable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, who is committed to delivering high-quality work on complex infrastructure projects.

Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. The serve the construction and mining industries and operates in Eastern Canada.

This role with be located in the GTA, however, ne of thoe many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

• Review, interpret, and administer construction contracts to ensure compliance with terms, conditions, and company policies.
• Maintain organized contract records, correspondence, amendments, and change orders.
• Assist in negotiating contract modifications, claims, and dispute resolutions in coordination with project leadership and legal counsel.
• Track key contractual milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Provide guidance to project teams on contract requirements, risks, and obligations.
• Support the preparation and review of subcontract agreements and purchase orders to align with prime contract requirements.
• Coordinate with the estimating and engineering teams during pre-bid and pre-award phases to identify contractual risks and requirements.
• Assist with contract closeout, including final documentation, releases, and compliance certifications.
• Prepare and maintain contract-related reports for project management and corporate leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in contract administration, preferably in heavy civil, nuclear or industrial construction.
• Knowledge of contract law, construction practices, and risk management principles.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management or contract management software preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation:96,
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe…