Contract Administrator - Tunnel Construction - Toronto

Date: Jul 1, 2026

Location

Markham, ON, CA

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Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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Req Id : 115755

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Contract Hire Only for this Project : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Job Summary

The Contract Administrator will be responsible for leading projects through construction phases. Project types could include water transmission pipelines, water pump stations, wastewater collection systems, wastewater pump stations, water / wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure. Skillset shall include coordinating and communicating with the EOR, sub-consultants, utility owners, contractor and other stakeholders performing office and field services during construction. They will also be expected to direct staff and perform client management activities to support our Water/Wastewater team.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly progress reports

Prepare and review documentation for disputes, such as RFI responses, change order development, and issues or claim

Successfully assist owner managing and delivering projects on time and on budget

Utilize internal Project Management Information Systems. Procore experience preferred

Present findings to clients and design team through effective oral and written communication

Communicate effectively and coordinate with Contractor and clients through frequent interactions

Attend, when appropriate, monthly progress meetings and preconstruction meetings with the owner, contractor, and engineering design team

Lead and manage construction administration phases of projects for owner including schedule and submittal reviews, requests for information, correspondence, change requests, pay application processing, for ongoing construction projects

Manage and coordinate subconsultant firms for the program and monitor costs and invoices

Assist in preparation and review of client fee proposals and construction phase budgeting

Management Responsibilities

Acts in capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction.

Preferred Qualifications

BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering.

P.Eng. license

20 + years including 10 years experience in major tunneling projects.

Excel, Bluebeam, Microsoft Suite, and Procore experience preferred.

Preferred Skills

Advanced legal/contractual agreements (clients/suppliers/subcontractors) and risk management expertise encompassing all aspects of the EPC process

Demonstrates expert contract claims experience with large/complex EPC project claims

Knowledgeable of project controls including CPM scheduling and cost engineering concepts

Excellent communicator to include presentation skills and proven effective writing skills

Advanced knowledge of EPC Industry

Proficient computer skills

Proven expertise at problem solving (identify, analyze, research, evaluate, and resolve)

Ability to work independently

Results orientated, interpersonal and team working skills

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Typical home office or field office environment.

Typical construction site environment.

Typical home office environment.

Domestic or international short or long-term field assignments/projects may be required.

Competencies

Builds effective teams

Ensures accountability

Instills trust

Manages complexity

Optimizes work processes

Persuades

Plans and aligns

Salary Plan

CML: Commercial

Job Grade

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: CAD - CAD

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