Contracts Administrator

Design Build

The Role

Overview

Manage contracts, subcontracts, variations and documentation for residential projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • tender docs
  • take‑off
  • site docs
  • scope prep
  • material procurement
  • contract admin

Tasks

-Assisting with tender documents for submission -Completing take-off for constructions estimates -Preparation of site documentation for construction certification. -Preparation of scopes of work -Procuring materials -Administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts -Liaising with consultants, submitting and closing out RFI’s -Negotiating and letting subcontracts -Approving subcontract progress claims -Assisting with client progress claims

Requirements

  • 3+ years
  • contract admin
  • financial admin
  • negotiation
  • cheops
  • aconex

What You Bring

-3+ years experience in a similar Contracts Administrator role. -Project based contract and financial administration experience -Excellent communication and negotiation skills -Experience using CHEOPS, Aconex or similar construction software

The Company

About Design Build

-Specializes in pre-engineered steel and conventional steel building systems, often leading projects from 3D visualization to key handover. -Typically delivers commercial and industrial facilities, plus custom steel structures and tilt‑up concrete buildings across the Prairies. -Embraces a collaborative, single-source model—clients work directly with integrated design and construction teams. -Backed by strong financial grounding, the company sustains steady growth through efficient project delivery and risk-managed budgets. -Its standout edge: immersive tools like VR and 360° walkthroughs, enabling clients to “see before they build.” -Unusual fact: As Manitoba’s largest Behlen dealer, it leverages industrial-grade steel solutions rarely offered by regional builders.

Sector Specialisms

Home Remodeling

New Home Construction

Bathroom Design

Bathroom Remodeling

Building Design

Construction Drawings

Custom Homes

Deck Building

Demolition

Drafting

Energy-Efficient Homes

Floor Plans

Foundation Construction

Garage Building

Green Building

Home Additions

Home Extensions

Kitchen Design

Kitchen Remodeling

Outdoor Kitchen Construction

Porch Design & Construction

Shed Design & Construction

Site Planning

Site Preparation

Space Planning

Structural Engineering

Sunroom Design & Construction

Sustainable Design

Universal Design

Window Installation