Intermediate to Senior Contract Administrator

Prerequisites

1. Relevant Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in the Commercial Building Electrical Services industry.
2. Certification: Possession of an Electrical Journeyman Certification from an accredited technical institute.
3. Code and Standards Knowledge: Strong familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including the National Building Code, Canadian Electrical Code, and various NFPA and CAN/ULC standards.
4. Technical Ability: Proficiency in contract administration and project management software and platforms, such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam, is a valuable asset.
5. Proactive Attitude: A strong sense of initiative and a commitment to continuous learning

Key Responsibilities: 

As a Contract Administrator with M+B Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in managing and coordinating projects. Your responsibilities include:

1. On-Site Presence: Independently attending site inspections, site meetings, or fire alarm verifications on project construction sites.
2. Detailed Reporting: Producing comprehensive inspection reports, verification reports, and meeting minutes with limited direction and assistance.
3. Building Assessments: Preparing building assessments and reports with minimal guidance.
4. Site Surveys: Providing electrical site surveys, information procurement, and organization for projects.
5. Effective Communication: Ensuring efficient communication and coordination among all project stakeholders.
6. Service Quality: Being accountable for delivering high-quality service on assigned projects.
7. Client Interaction: Extensive interaction with clients, vendor representatives, and project field personnel.
8. Client Satisfaction: Maintaining strong client relationships and high levels of client satisfaction.
9. Engineering Application: Demonstrating expertise in applying engineering principles to construction methods, materials, and economics.
10. Problem Solving: Performing assignments with minimal instructions and offering solutions to complex problems.
11. Mentoring: Providing technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, designers, and engineers.
12. Client Engagement: Participating in job site visits, client meetings, and presentations.
13. Proactive Reporting: Keeping the project manager or designer informed about any developments that may affect projects or clients.
14. Technological Awareness: Staying up to date with the latest technological advancements.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

1. Flexible Schedule: This role may require after-hours work, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, as project workloads dictate.
2. Varied Locations: While most of the work will be office-based, there may be occasional travel to client offices, production facilities, or industrial/construction job sites. Conditions will vary, but the above-mentioned conditions will generally apply.
3. Calgary-Centric: Most work will be in or around the city of Calgary, with occasional travel outside of this area.
4. Driver’s License: Having a valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle for occasional use is an asset.

Additional Information

1. No Relocation: Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this position.
2. Work Authorization: Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
3. Safety First: M+B Engineering is committed to a high-level safety program to protect our employees.

At M+B, we offer flexible working hours, a comprehensive benefits package, and a welcoming work environment. We also encourage and support continuous education and professional development.