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As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?\nWatch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'\nEach and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.\nWe believe construction services are more than project delivery, they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step. As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you’ll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients’ visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence. Our construction professionals; Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists bring deep technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and a commitment to quality that sets industry benchmarks. Your contributions are critical to delivering successful, resilient infrastructure. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead in the field, uphold the highest standards, and leave a legacy of quality that communities can rely on for generations. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.\nHDR is seeking an Assistant Contract Administrator to join the Construction and Field Services team in the Greater Toronto Area to work on provincial and municipal roadway and highway construction projects. The position will be responsible for working with the Construction Contract Administrator in coordinating an onsite team of technical professionals and inspectors to oversee the implementation of construction inspection and administration tasks while representing the client onsite, and liaising with client representatives.\nResponsibilities\nProvide administration of complex bridge, roadway and highway construction projects, and when required provide onsite construction inspection.\nOversee and ensure Contract Administration deliverables are completed in accordance with client requirements.\nLead, coordinate and monitor onsite inspection duties and tasks are completed, and inspector’s diaries are kept up to date and accurate. \nUtilize Construction/Contract Management System (CMS) on MTO and municipal construction contracts\nPromote and oversee implementation of health and safety policies and procedures.\nMaintain detailed daily diary of the contractor’s work, instructions provided, and overall issue and change management.\nReview contractor activities are in accordance with the contract documents and requirements.\nProvide oversight and confirmation of completed contract quantities are accurately calculated for processing progress and final payments.\nReview, interpret, and analyze the Contractor’s initial critical path schedule to determine conformance to the contract, and provide regular review and analysis of monthly critical path schedules.\nSupervise and perform quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works.\nCoordinate specialty inspection and testing.\nLiaise with the contractor and client representatives.\nAttend project meetings and lead meeting, as required\nProvide interpretation and recommendation of contractor submittals.\nSupport the Contract Administrator in negotiation of price agreements, change orders, claims and work directives.\nRequires working nights, weekends, and extended shifts.\nTravel to projects across the province for extended periods of time.\nOther duties as assigned.\nPreferred Qualifications\nCertified by OACETT as a Road Construction Senior Inspector (rcsi), or Road Construction Contract Administrator (rcca) designation, and/or registered with PEO as a P.Eng. with relevant experience.\nA minimum of 5 years of experience in administering and inspecting road and highway construction projects.\nDemonstrated experience as an Office Person / Senior Inspector on 2 or more Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) or municipal road projects with construction values of $5.0 Million or more.\nProven analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.\nKnowledge and ability to utilize required Computer software (i.e. MS Word and Excel, Outlook)\nDemonstrated knowledge of relevant Laws and Regulations (Environmental, Health and Safety, etc.) and their application in construction contracts.\nExperience working with MS Project or Primavera (P6) would be considered a strong asset.\nAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writing\nAbility to organize, prioritize and schedule work.\nAbility to analyze and solve problems.\nValid Ontario driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.\nRequired Qualifications\n3 years contract related experience; advanced degree or contract certification program may substitute for years of experience\nProfessional, self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented with the flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment\nAbility to work independently and meet deadlines, with minimal management oversight\nExcellent writing and people skills\nStrong math and organizational skills\nProficient with Microsoft Office software\nAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must\n\nWhat We Believe\nHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.\nOur Commitment\nAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.\nOur eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.\nAt HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.\nIn accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. 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