Senior Contract Administrator, Water

R.V. Anderson Associates Limited • London, ON

10d • CA$75,000 - CA$115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

RVA is looking to hire a Senior Contract Administrator to support municipal wastewater infrastructure construction projects. The work will involve a range of assignments, including road reconstruction, land development, water distribution, sanitary and storm sewer pipelines, and water resources projects.

Requirements

• 6+ years of contract administration experience in a field-based role, preferably on municipal water or wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Certified or eligible for certification as a C.E.T. and membership in OACETT, or a bachelor’s degree in engineering with P.Eng. registration in Ontario or eligibility within 12 months.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a personal vehicle.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, including mobilization, shop drawing review, construction, startup, commissioning, and closeout.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Experience supervising construction related to vertical infrastructure such as concrete structures, buildings, process equipment, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and I&C work.
• Experience commissioning process equipment.
• Solid knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the project team, client, and contractor to resolve technical issues in the field.
• Review submittments, as-built records, and asset management documents to support commissioning and project turnover.
• Oversee quality control, performance, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Coordinate site inspections, provide project progress updates, process payment applications, and respond to RFIs and submittals.
• Prepare RFQs, Change Directives, and Site Instructions.
• Assist with change order discussions and help resolve delays and claims.
• Attend and document construction and commissioning meetings on site.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning activities, including process equipment.
• Serve as RVA’s Onsite Safety Officer.
• Certify contractor payments and administer statutory holdbacks in accordance with the Construction Act.
• Maintain QA/QC records and ensure compliance with Client quality requirements.
• Work with stakeholders and support risk, schedule, and cost management efforts.
• Assist with dispute resolution and claims management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses
• Health, paramedical, vision, and dental coverage
• A flexible vacation policy that lets you determine your time off based on your other responsibilities and needs
• Top-up plans for new and expecting parents
• Firm-paid holidays, summer and winter breaks, and other leaves of absence that cover everything from extra family time, jury duty, or even completing a degree
• RVA Group Pension Plan with match
• Global Travel Assist Program that provides emergency out-of-country medical protection for you and your eligible family members on personal and business trips
• Access to a variety of free services (e.g., employee and family assistance programs, nutrition advice, caregiver support) and employee discounts (e.g., sports and entertainment tickets, major brands, insurance plans)
• Flexible and alternative work arrangements around core hours, including telecommuting and work-from-home options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior