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Contract Administrator

Contract Administrator

WebuildToronto, ON, Canada
20 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

ABOUT US :

Webuild is an international construction company of civil engineering pioneers who have been at the forefront of the construction business for 120 years. We are a global player with Italian roots specializing in complex infrastructure : innovative and sustainable works that improve the lives of people. Webuild envisions, designs, and builds major works and infrastructure for sustainable mobility, hydropower, water, and green buildings.

This position is part of the Connect 6ix project. Toronto's new Ontario Line subway is now under construction. The Connect 6ix consortium has a key role in this project, delivering the trains, the signaling system, and the operations, storage, and maintenance facility. Connect 6ix will also operate the Ontario Line for a 30-year term once it comes into service.

Reporting to the Contract and Claims Specialist, the Contract Administrator shall be responsible for but not limited to the following.

Role and General Responsibilities

  • Overseeing different topics of the Construction Contract obligation with the Client, as well as the interface obligations of the Civil Joint Venture with Systems partner, and with Operation and Maintenance partner, as required.
  • Coordinating with different departments, such as design, interface, and construction, to ensure seamless execution and fulfillment of contractual obligations.
  • Participating actively in processes that enable early notification of delay events, claims or disputes.
  • Providing contractual input for the Variations assessments.
  • Providing support by assessing the impact of the claim and providing data to support and defend the Joint Venture position.
  • Ensuring, with the rest of the team, compliance with contract requirements and contract management-related matters
  • Providing contractual support to the interfaces team when clarification on the scope split with other partners or stakeholders is required.
  • Provides technical expertise to support the negotiations of major / complex subcontracts.
  • Accountable for ensuring Civil Joint Venture delivers and executes in accordance with terms of their obligations and scope of work.
  • Drafting timely and accurate contractual correspondence.
  • Keeping a record of important correspondence and events of the project (to track and record the timeline of the main topics / events).
  • Maintain organized and detailed records of all contract-related communications, changes, and agreements.
  • Ensuring that Indicators related to Contract Management team are updated.
  • Providing input and reviewing the monthly Works Report as needed.

Qualifications & Skills :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
  • Proven experience (5+ years) in contract administration or management within the construction industry – major projects.
  • Strong understanding of contract terms, conditions, and legal requirements.
  • Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, and tools.
  • Excellent communication (oral and written English) skills are essential.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and completeness, and ability to notice errors.
  • Ability to identify potential issues and risks
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
  • Nice to have :

  • Proactive and detail-oriented
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to establish a high degree of credibility with staff and clients.
  • Experience with Construction project in Canada
  • Experience in Joint-Venture environment
  • Knowledge of Canadian construction laws, regulations.
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT

    At WeBuild, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that promotes gender equity and the recruitment of under-represented groups at all levels of our workforce.