Senior Contract Administrator, Construction Inspector

Senior Contract Administrator, Construction Inspector (Water/Wastewater)

Are you an experienced engineering professional eager to advance your career with a dedicated, community-focused, award-winning company? Tatham Engineering offers the opportunity to join a supportive team that values mentorship and provides challenging, rewarding work. Put your knowledge and experience to meaningful use in an environment where collaboration and growth are encouraged.

We are seeking a Senior Contract Administrator, Construction Inspector to work in the Water & Wastewater group out of our Barrie office.

This position is responsible for the contract administration and inspection of vertical infrastructure such as treatment plants and pump stations (water and sewage), water storage reservoirs, yard piping, watermains and sanitary force mains. Contract administration duties include conducting site meetings and preparing meeting minutes, payment certificates, contract change orders, reviewing, negotiating and settling claims for extra work, responding to public enquiries and liaison with municipal and agency staff. Inspection duties include liaison with contractors, preparing field inspection reports, collecting for record construction data and verifying quantities and quality of work.

Key Position Requirements:

• Graduate of Engineering Technology or Technician program
• C.E.T. certification preferred
• Minimum 5-8 years of prior relevant experience
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of contract drawings, tender documents and design and construction standards
• Field experience working around heavy equipment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Enthusiasm to work in a team structure and a willingness to help and collaborate with others
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and work independently under minimal supervision
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

Why Tatham?

At Tatham, our key values are reflected in everything we do. We aim to be the engineering consulting firm of choice by upholding our core values: Service, Communication, Teamwork, Relationships & Community . Our company has experienced significant growth by putting these values into action.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, benefits, RRSP matching and profit sharing
• Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks – prorated in the first year
• Challenging and rewarding work on notable projects
• Professional development, training, mentorship program and career progression opportunities
• Reimbursement for annual professional dues
• Collaborative and engaging workplace environment
• Regular office/team socials and recreational outings

Company Information

Tatham Engineering is a Canadian employee-owned, consulting engineering firm that specializes in Coastal, Land Development, Municipal, Structural (Buildings and Bridges), Transportation, Water Resources, Water & Wastewater, Electrical and Mechanical engineering, and provides specialized services in Air & Noise, Climate Resilience and Hydrogeology. The firm was founded in Collingwood, Ontario, in 1988 and currently employs over 190 staff with branch offices in Barrie, Orillia, Bracebridge, Guelph and Ottawa.

Tatham is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers of 2024

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person