MEP/Systems Interface Contract Manager

Ontario Transit Group - Ontario Line - Southern Civil, Stations & Tunnel

The Role

Overview

Manage MEP/Systems contract interfaces for Ontario Line South project

Key Responsibilities

  • progress tracking
  • contract management
  • schedule analysis
  • claim review
  • payment validation
  • cost substantiation

Tasks

-Daily and weekly tracking of progress. -Participate in assessment and definition of commercial positions relative to MEP and/or Systems interface obligations and entitlements under the different contracts with the Contracting Authority and subcontractors/consultants. -Ensure the maintenance of trackers with the correspondences, notifications, variations, delay notices and compensation events, both upstream with the Contracting Authority and downstream with subcontractors/consultants, as wells as liaise with the rest of the contracts team, operations team and design team to respond and submit notifications within the deadlines set out in the contracts. -Chair weekly contract management meetings with the interface team to create contract awareness and address contractual matters. -Coordinate with the different teams and stakeholders to gather the required information. -Play an integral role in Schedule Analysis, comprehending schedule logic and identifying changes to facilitate project coordination. -Track and manage contractual events, ensuring accurate documentation and timely communication. -Ensure compliance with contract and subcontracts both upstream and downstream with the Contracting Authority and subcontractors/consultants respectively. -Review subcontractor/consultant claims to verify their inclusion in the appropriate channels (variations, delay, compensation events) and address any discrepancies. -Review payment applications to validate the accuracy of invoiced amounts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. -Collect information regarding impact assessments for Variation Directives, contributing to informed decision-making processes. -Reduce crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway. -Thoroughly review all reports, including construction reports, to ensure accuracy and completeness of information. -Negotiation of entitlement to variations with both upstream with the client and downstream with the supply chain. -Substantiate costs associated with contractual events by gathering invoices, cost breakdowns, and other pertinent documentation. -Working with the project team to manage project activities to deliver the works on time, to budget and the specified quality. -Promote company values in all dealings with other employees, clients, subcontractors and other external contacts. -Improve the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time.

Requirements

  • mep
  • unifier
  • cemar
  • bachelor’s
  • contract admin
  • negotiation

What You Bring

-Experience required in interface management and implementation of contractual provisions related to interface protocols. -Demonstrate proficiency in commercial processes and adeptly write contractual and technical letters addressed to the client, subcontractors/consultants and stakeholders. -Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. -Use of Contract Administration Management System such as Unifier, Dalux, ASite, CEMAR, etc. -Strong negotiation and influencing skills. -Attention to detail and ability to meticulously review documentation for accuracy. -Ability to provide advice on commercial strategy. -Proficiency in data analysis and cost substantiation techniques. -Strong understanding of commercial processes and contract administration. -Experience required in the application of contractual provisions related to MEP requirements, both in design and construction phases. -Strong technical background in the field of MEP and/or SESA. -Strong commercial and contractual acumen. -(Optional) RRSP matching -Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree in similar field is preferred. -Familiarity with scheduling software and the ability to interpret schedule logic. -Ability to review and understand design drawings and reports, concepts and changes across various disciplines, and their ramifications into interfacing obligations and entitlements. -Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a team environment. -Excellent communication skills, with the ability to draft technical letters and reports. -Previous experience in construction of large-scale projects particularly tunneling and stations, along with advanced understanding of contractual and technical terms. -7-10 years' of proven experience in contract management, within the construction industry for large scale Projects. -Strong presentation skills (written and verbal).

Benefits

-Extended medical insurance -One above-ground station to be integrated with the existing GO Transit Exhibition Station. -Up to 57,000 more jobs accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents. -Competitive Salary -Disability Insurance -Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction. -Discretionary Bonus -Two underground stations to be integrated with the existing TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations. -Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases, and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option. -Comprehensive Benefits Package: -Dental Insurance

The Company

About Ontario Transit Group - Ontario Line - Southern Civil, Stations & Tunnel

-A powerhouse joint venture led by Ferrovial and VINCI, backed by global design partners including AECOM, COWI, GHD and SENER. -Part of the Ontario Line, it focuses on tunneling, station construction, utilities, mechanical/electrical systems, and guideway structures and preparation. -Mobilized crews in early 2023 and is building one above‑ground and six underground stations between Exhibition and Corktown. -The contract spans design, construction and financing, with work running through to around 2030. -Aims to reduce congestion, increase transit access, and spur urban growth.

Sector Specialisms

Civil

Stations

Tunnel

Transportation

Infrastructure

Railway Engineering

Tunnel Boring

Public Transit

Rapid Transit

Construction

Design

Engineering

Systems Integration

Safety Management

Project Financing

Urban Transit

Underground Construction

Transit Stations

Tunnel Works

Heavy Civil

Rail Infrastructure

Metro

Subway

Light Rail

Transit Connectivity