Contract Administrator

About the opportunity

Hatch is seeking a driven Contract Administrator to join its Infrastructure team within the Highways & Bridges group in Thunder Bay, Ontario. This is a full-time contract role focused on MTO highway construction projects.

Hatch is a global engineering, mining, energy, and infrastructure company with over 65 years of experience and a workforce of 10,000 people across 150 countries. The company emphasizes safe, innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions while combining global thinking with local action. The Project Delivery Group brings together professionals dedicated to delivering projects worldwide through strong governance, efficient systems, and proven methodologies.

Role overview

The Contract Administrator supports the project procurement team by managing construction and service contracts during the execution phase of MTO CA assignments. The role is centered on post-award contract activity and continues through project close-out and handover.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with procurement activities related to awarding construction and service contracts.
• Manage contractual changes tied to cost and schedule impacts.
• Track project performance, including scope, budget, schedule, and progress meetings.
• Oversee payment certification and cash flow forecasting.
• Handle claims administration.
• Prepare, process, and implement contract documentation and change notices promptly.
• Administer contracts in line with contractual terms and conditions.
• Maintain contract registers and other project-specific records.
• Coordinate and follow up on deliverables from quantity surveyors where required.
• Manage securities and guarantees.
• Support project close-out and handover activities.

Requirements

• Current RCCA (Road Construction Contract Administrator) designation from OACETT, or a Professional Engineer licence with a P.Eng. designation in Ontario.
• Completion and passing of MTO T131 Advanced Issues Resolution training after January 1, 2020, or MTO T131 Advanced Claims – Dispute Resolution training completed before December 31, 2019, along with the T-131A refresher in 2020.
• Experience acting as Contract Administrator on at least three MTO contract administration assignments.
• Strong management capabilities.
• Solid negotiation skills.
• Prior experience on large construction sites.
• Good understanding of procurement processes and corporate governance principles.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and contribute positively to team development.
• Post-secondary qualification is considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s licence is required.

Compensation and benefits

The base salary range for this role is CAD 64,000 to CAD 90,000 per year. Actual compensation will depend on skills, experience, qualifications, and location. The overall rewards package may also include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and additional programs supporting well-being and professional growth.

Why consider Hatch

• Collaborate with talented colleagues on meaningful work that makes an impact.
• Contribute to exciting projects and innovative solutions.
• Join an employer recognized as a top workplace.
• Enjoy a flexible work environment.
• Build long-term career development opportunities.
• Work locally while being part of a globally minded organization.

Equal opportunity and accommodations

Hatch is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if their background does not match every listed requirement. The company is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Accommodation requests will be supported in line with applicable local legislation.