Bechtel Infrastructure, along with key sub-vendors Bantrel and Comtech, has been appointed as the Delivery Partner (DP) within an Integrated Project Team (IPT) comprising the customer, Metrolinx, and its Technical Authority (TA) for the Ontario Line Subway (OLS) Project. The OLS Project scope includes the design build, operation, and maintenance of all infrastructure and rail systems associated with 15 stations and over 15km of new alignment, being delivered through major Public Private Partnership (P3) contracts and multiple Early and Advanced Works (EAW) contracts. The OLS Project is planned to open for revenue service in 2031. DP forms a key part of the overall leadership of the OLS Project.

Role:

Bechtel is seeking an experienced site Contracts Administrator for a large and complex rail system project in Ontario, Canada.  Bechtel is serving as the primary source of sound professional oversight of project delivery, the client’s compliance with regulatory and stakeholder requirements, procurement, risk management and construction expertise and judgement in all phases of the Project works.

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In this full-time permanent role, you will be a champion of diversity & inclusion.

Administer contracts of various values and complexity.  Maintain a continuing review of the progress of each contractor and provide management with information regarding any financial, legal or technical difficulties.  Prepare change orders and amendments in accordance with established procedures, negotiate with contractors and act as owner’s representative to reach negotiated agreements.  

• Administers assigned contracts maintaining a continual review of progress and providing management with information regarding projected financial or technical difficulties. 
• Coordinates with designated staff on operational activities affecting contractual rights and obligations, contract performance, contract administration and other major matters. 
• Administers contract changes by negotiating with contractor personnel and obtaining settlement in accordance with the client’s delegated approval and agreement. 
• Represents client’s interests in contractual discussions of moderate complexity. 
• Administers information programs to ensure mutual understanding of contract terms and conditions. 
• Prepares periodic status and metrics reports for management. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or other industry related field along with 9+ years of experience 
• Basic knowledge of procurement regulations, policies, and practices. 
• Specialized courses or experience in pricing, contract law, negotiations, and accounting. 
• Possesses extensive knowledge and experience in contract management and applies that knowledge and experience to improve project performance. 
• Working knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated oral and written and inter-personal communication skills. 
• Experience in administering and interpreting contract types, fee arrangements and contract terms. 
• Experience in developing, presenting, and recommending potential solutions to contractual problems to management. 

Please note there is a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy in place. Prospective employees will not be asked to disclose their vaccination status and only successful candidates will be asked to provide proof of vaccination and/or to seek accommodation pursuant to the mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy prior to starting work.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further review will be contacted. All other resumes will be retained for future consideration.