Contract Administrator - Vancouver, Canada - dys architecture

Description

Contract Administrator

We are currently looking for an Intermediate Technologist or Intermediate Architect with substantial experience in Contract Administration.


Responsibilities:

• Construction administration functions on site and in office
• Establish and maintain effective and professional liaisons with clients, contractors and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Be the supporting contact to the project manager and General Contractor during construction phase until completion.
• Conduct onsite visits to review compliance with contract documents and all required municipal and provincial requirements; observe and report on work in progress; prepare and issue Field Reviews, Site Instructions and Certificates of Payment.
• Support senior staff with internal and external communications throughout the working drawing and construction process
• Produce and distribute supplemental drawings, specifications and interpretations in response to requests for clarification by contractors/owners
• Maintain uptodate project records.
• Ensure quality and design intent through construction phase.
• Exercise independent judgement and analysis of significant issues and find a resolution.

Required Skills / Experience / Qualifications:

• Exceptional technical and communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes/standards and a proven work history working with construction documents.
• Be comfortable being involved in multiple projects concurrently.
• Possess strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Have a proven track record of maintaining high quality standards while working to tight deadlines.
• Well organized, attention to detail.
• Excellent understanding of building science and building construction.
• 5 or more years experience in the production of contract documents, contract administration or direct construction experience.
• Understanding of contracts including CCDC 2 and AIBC/RAIC Document 6, and the documents used during the phase of construction to administer or modify the contract, including Requests for Information; Change Directives; Change Orders; Contemplated/Proposed Change Orders, Certificates for Payment, etc.;
• Architectural Technologist Diploma or Architectural Degree from a recognized postsecondary institution, or direct construction experience.
• Local and Canadian experience in commercial, multifamily residential, and healthcare building types
• Strong understanding of both noncombustible and combustible building systems
• Strong negotiation skills, leadership ability working with construction site personnel
• High proficiency and experience with both the BC Building Code and Vancouver Building Bylaw, Specifications, as well as familiarity with Contract Administration forms and procedures
• Proficiency in ACAD required and proficiency in Revit an asset
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Eligible to work in Canada.

Contact Info:

We are located in Vancouver's Armory district just a 10-minute walk to Granville Island and Kits Beach.

Please submit your resume with cover letter, references and examples of your work to:

Pay:
$50,000.00-$70,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V6J 3G7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person