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Wsp

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Contract Administrator (Structural Engineering)

Manage structural contract admin tasks for heritage building rehabilitation project.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
84k - 125k USD
Full Time
Intermediate (4-7 years)
-eligibility for federal government enhanced reliability clearance (requires 5 years canadian residency)

Job Highlights

Environment
Hybrid
Security Clearance
-eligibility for federal government enhanced reliability clearance (requires 5 years canadian residency)

About the Role

• Review construction activities for contract compliance and document findings in Field Observation Reports. • Coordinate on‑site structural work with the architectural Contract Administrator and other discipline leads. • Manage submittals to ensure timely review and return to the construction manager and contractors. • Monitor independent testing and inspection agencies for compliance with project requirements and structural standards. • Respond to RFIs with clear, precise answers aligned with structural intent and contract documents. • Prepare Site Instructions and Construction Bulletins to guide construction changes and field decisions. • Review structural‑related claims and support dispute resolution processes. • Participate in constructability reviews to identify risks, opportunities, and improvements. • Liaise regularly with PSPC, the Construction Manager, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders. • Identify potential project risks and escalate them to the Senior Contract Administrator.

Key Responsibilities

  • compliance review
  • submittal management
  • testing oversight
  • rfi response
  • site instructions
  • constructability review

What You Bring

• Hold an undergraduate degree or college diploma in civil engineering with a structural focus. • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is desirable. • Minimum five years experience as a structural Contract Administrator on large building projects; heritage or fast‑track experience a plus. • Strong knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and CSA standards for steel, concrete, and masonry. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam; Revit experience is an asset. • Effective written and verbal communication skills; French language skills are considered an asset. • Eligibility for Federal Government Enhanced Reliability Clearance (five years Canadian residency).

Requirements

  • civil engineering
  • p.eng.
  • 5+ years
  • building code
  • revit
  • communication

Benefits

WSP is a global professional services firm with over 65,000 team members worldwide and more than 12,000 in Canada, delivering work that ranges from environmental remediation to iconic building engineering. We value our people, our reputation, and a culture that encourages collaboration, future‑focused thinking, and accountability, while offering limitless growth opportunities and flexible work policies that support real work‑life balance. Compensation is offered on a regional basis, ranging from $84,000 to $124,900 depending on location, with the final salary determined by education, experience, certifications, and other factors. If you are ready to help restore one of Canada’s most iconic landmarks and make a lasting national impact, apply today. • Join a Top 100 Canadian employer (2026) offering flexible work and real work‑life balance. • Access a global community of 65,000 professionals for mentorship and growth. • Opportunities to tailor your role to match your ambition.

Work Environment

Hybrid

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