Contract Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $85,000

Our award-winning team is growing, and Barnett Dembek Architecture is hiring an Architectural Technologist with Contract Administration focus to be based out of our Surrey office.

Barnett Dembek Architecture is part of Group 161 which represents a diverse group of companies including Atelier Pacific Architecture, Barnett Dembek Architecture, and DF Architecture.

Barnett Dembek Architecture offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth and continued professional development. We are a young, design-oriented firm specializing in residential, mixed-use, commercial, and civic buildings. We are currently working on large scale projects including wood-frame multi family to residential high-rise projects. We are looking for energetic and motivated individuals to join our team.

About the Position :

We are seeking a Contract Administration focused Architectural Technologist AIBC or Intern Architect AIBC that must be registered with the AIBC, or be eligible to register with the AIBC.

Responsibilities :

• Contract administration functions on site and in office;
• Establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with clients, contractors and authorities having jurisdiction;
• Be the supporting contact to the Project Manager and General Contractor during construction phase until completion;
• Conduct on-site visits to review compliance with contract documents and all required municipal and provincial requirements; observe and report on work in progress; prepare and issue Field Reviews, Site Instructions and Certificates of Payment;
• Support senior staff with internal and external communications throughout the working drawing and construction processes;
• Produce and distribute supplemental drawings, specifications and interpretations in response to requests for clarification by contractors / owners;
• Provide review and circulation of shop drawings and RFIs, prepare and review Change Orders, review applications for payment and manage project closeout services as required;
• Maintain up-to-date project records;
• Ensure quality and design intent through construction phase;
• Exercise independent judgement and analysis of significant issues and find a resolution.

Skills and Qualifications :

What We Offer :

Group 161 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial, and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted.