Contract Administrator - Vaughan, Canada - T.Y. Lin International Canada Inc.

T.Y. Lin International Canada Inc.

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Vaughan, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

TYLin is a full-service, professional engineering firm focused on the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure solutions for public and private clients worldwide.

The firm is an internationally recognized pioneer in solving the most difficult engineering challenges.

Headquartered in San Francisco, California for over 65 years, TYLin has more than 3,200 professionals throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe.

Job Summary

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities:

As a Contract Administrator your role will be to monitor and control progress of the work for projects at a senior level
Detailed daily report and record keeping
Identify and resolve construction issues
Attend and chair site meetings, take meeting notes, and prepare site meeting minute reports
Monitor Contract quantities and prepare Request for Quotations, Change Directives, and Change Orders as needed
Prepare monthly Payment Certificates
Coordination and liaise between Clients, Contractors, and other agencies
Review and facilitate the approval of Shop Drawings and Submittals
Management of responses to Contractor's RFI's and clarification requests
Maintain regular communication with clients regarding project status, site issues and project quality and resolve issues as required
Follow all construction safety procedures and policies including the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Implement and monitor inspection procedures in accordance with professional and corporate guidelines
Be able to work extended hours as the project requires
Complete tasks accurately and efficiently with minimum supervision. Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
Registered with P.E.O. as a P.Eng. or Registered with OACETT as a CET
MTO Class 'G' driver's license in good standing and access to a personnel vehicle
A minimum of 7+ years of direct experience in a Contract Administration and Site Inspection role is required.
Experience in working on Infrastructure Ontario projects is would be an asset
Experience in managing large scale municipal servicing projects with contaminated soils/water including significant dewatering requirements would be an asset
Experience in the construction of pumping stations would be considered and asset
Strong record keeping abilities
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Excellent problemsolving skills
Sound judgement and decisionmaking ability
Ability to interpret Contract Documents and Engineering Drawings
Knowledge of Canadian Contract Law including the Construction Lien Act
First Aid and CPR, Confined Space Entry, Working at Heights, OTM Book 7 training is considered an asset however, training will be provided
Survey knowledge using total station and GPS technology is considered an asset
Strong MS office experience
Creative and innovative thinker with sound technical aptitude and attention to detail
Ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues, associates, and clients
Ability to effectively multitask and work in fast paced, highly charged environment
Client focused, always striving to give clients the best solutions
Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients' toughest challenges.
High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way.
Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence.

Additional Information

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.