Job Offer for Subcontract Administrator in Quebec, Canada
Protecnium, an international firm specializing in engineering and technical services, is seeking a Subcontract Administrator to join our team for a Bridge Construction Project in Quebec, Canada.
Estimated Duration: 12 months, with potential for continuity in other projects once this one ends.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities:
• Administer and monitor contracts to ensure compliance with clauses, changes, and claims.
• Participate in pre-award negotiations and prepare contract award recommendations.
• Prepare, issue, and coordinate signing of contractual documents.
• Organize kick-off and administrative meetings with contractors and draft meeting minutes.
• Manage communication with suppliers and ensure documentation traceability.
• Coordinate requests related to site work, schedules, specifications, and operational constraints.
• Manage or support administration of bonds, guarantees, and claims.
• Analyze, negotiate, and recommend contractual modifications related to costs and schedules.
• Validate quantities for progress payments and analyze cash flow.
• Prepare and issue potential claims to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate and lead site progress meetings with subcontractors and suppliers as needed.
• Collaborate with the main contract manager on all commercial matters related to the primary contract.
• Ensure compliance with the project’s contractual requirements.
• Manage release of holdbacks at project completion.
• Close contracts administratively and compile historical performance records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the project management team.
Requirements:
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Subcontract Administrator in bridge, highway, road, linear works, or heavy civil construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of construction and contract law.
• Experience in an EPCM environment (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management).
• Proficient in contract management and legal aspects.
• Experience drafting and applying commercial terms with legal understanding.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Fluent in both French and English (required).
• Ethical, trustworthy, and skilled in handling sensitive information.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Dynamic and motivated to interact effectively with construction teams.
Benefits:
• Work for a growing international company.
• 22 paid vacation days plus 5 sick leave days (full salary).
• Local health insurance fully covered by employer.
• Laptop and phone provided.
How to apply:
Apply via LinkedIn or through the application form.