Daily oversight, supervision and coaching of the site inspector(s) for assigned projects and administration of the construction contract.
Be a role model and leader with respect to Health and Safety.
Observing and reviewing projects during construction, monitoring conformance with plans, specifications, and other codes and regulations.
Monitoring the progress of construction activities, ensuring cost, schedule and quality standards are met.
Reviews requests for payment draws from Contractors and prepares payment certifications to the project owner in a timely manner.
Communicates with and makes recommendations to the Project Manager, Client and design team to resolve site issues.
Provides a public relations role to the public on construction projects, where applicable.
Provides the Project Manager and/or Client with updates on project progress or delays.
Reviews change orders and field orders for reasonable pricing and constructability.
Reviews plans, specifications, requests for information, submittals, construction schedules, shop drawings and pay applications (QA/QC).
Prepares documents and maintains file management of project-related information including correspondence, reports, and pictures.

Working knowledge of local, and provincial building codes, environmental regulations, construction principles, techniques and procedures, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Is committed and enjoys working in an environment to understand and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.
Ability to prepare and interpret sketches, drawings and other similar material.
Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the project team, obtaining and sharing necessary information.
Strong organizational skills and understanding of task assignment and schedule.
Excellent team player that can work in multiple teams at the same time, direct and supervise inspectors and provide coaching.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work efficiently and effectively within a team and independently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products.
Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.
Working knowledge of critical path method scheduling.
Technical degree/diploma/certificate in the engineering/construction industry or equivalent in a contract administration role with supervisory responsibility.
Minimum of 10 years of experience. Previous experience with Potable Water and/or Wastewater Treatment construction projects.

Construction Contract Administrator – Water/Wastewater Treatment

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