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Construction Contract Administrator - Field Operations
HDR
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Calgary, AB
Full-time
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Construction Contract Administrator - Field Operations - (195107)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

HDR requires a Construction Contract Administrator to represent HDR on project sites and administer construction contracts as we support our clients build data centres in Alberta.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Construction Contract Administrator will be responsible for construction coordination, field response, observation and documentation for administering the construction contract.

In the role of Resident Project Representative II, we'll count on you to:
  • Possess a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction.
  • Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
  • Attend coordination meetings and regular construction progress meetings with the Owner and the Contractor.
  • Work with the HDR Project Manager to evaluate project schedules and prepare status reports.
  • Coordinate submittals (shop drawings, samples) reviews and mock-up reviews
  • Work with the design team to resolve Requests for Information (RFIs), and issue Supplemental Instructions and manage construction Contract Changes
  • Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor’s daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used
  • Photograph construction progress and catalog photos for future reference.
  • Review construction materials for Contract compliance
  • Review Contractor pay requests, including stored materials; track progress for certification of payment
  • Conduct observations of the installation and witness acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
  • Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected
  • Assist with project audit/closeout
  • Work under general supervision of a Design Project Manager
  • Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants


Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) certification
  • Ability to interpret construction schedules
  • Ability to problem-solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer
  • Thorough knowledge of materials, means, methods and equipment used on multi-disciplinary construction projects.
  • Experience with construction scheduling, cost controls, and quality (quality control/quality assurance).
  • Experience with preparing Daily Reports, Nonconformance Notifications, and other reports or documentation.
  • Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, construction document management platforms, Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar software packages used on design and construction projects.
  • First Aid / CPR/AED certification.
  • Local candidates are preferred.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
  • A minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
  • Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
  • Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
  • Must be able to work in a team environment
  • Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must


What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location

: Canada-Alberta-Calgary

Industry

: Building Engineering

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular
BusinessClass: Program Management

Job Posting

: Aug 12, 2026
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