Contract Services Administrator - Jobs in Mississauga, ON

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Are you looking for an opportunity to work independently while honing your strong project and contract management skillsBring your expertise in inspection, construction and maintenance to this challenging role with the Ministry of Transportation.What can I expect to do in this roleAs a Contract Services Administrator, you will:

• review and oversee contract drawings and documents during the pre-engineering phase;
• prepare and evaluate requests for quotes and proposals for the consultant procurement process;
• provide advice on interpretation of special provisions, issues, safety, environment and quality;
• oversee, review and assess contractors and consultants performance;
• provide technical supervision for on-site administration of a construction project;
• ensure accurate payments, financial forecasts and appropriate documentation for claims settlement negotiations; and
• provide supervision, direction, training and technical advice to all staff for on-site administration activities of a construction project.

NOTE: The successful candidates will be expected to perform inspections and work around water, at heights, and within enclosures, and traverse rough grounds under various environmental and working conditions.Locations: Etobicoke, MississaugaHow do I qualifyHighway Engineering Knowledge

• You have knowledge of highway engineering standards, specifications, mathematics, construction practices and contract management
• You have knowledge of engineering principles to manage construction projects of all levels of complexity
• You have the ability to operate computers and associated software

Project Management and Analytical Skills

• You have the ability to effectively manage and supervise multiple concurrent projects
• You have analytical and problem-solving skills to assess engineering and construction issues having financial impacts and political sensitivity

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You have communication skills to prepare reports and deal effectively with senior management, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders
• You have negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• You have leadership skills to provide supervision, guidance and support to staff

OPS commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-public-service-anti-racism-policy > and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint https://www.ontario.ca/page/ops-inclusion-diversity-blueprint > pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontarios Human Rights Code http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/ontario-human-rights-code >. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.Salary Range: $74,877 - $110,338 Per YearAdditional information:1 Permanent - Full Time, 5710 Timberlea Blvd, Mississauga, Central Region1 Permanent - Full Time, 1927 Kipling Ave, Etobicoke, Toronto RegionNote:The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures, including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.Effective October 1, 2021, the OPS COVID-19 Safe Workplace Directive requires all Ontario Public Service employees to provide proof they are fully vaccinated, meaning they are fully vaccinated as defined by the Ministry of Health (refer to: COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated Status in Ontario) (https://health.gov.on.ca/en/pro/programs/publichealth/coronavirus/docs/vaccine/COVID-19_fully_vaccinated_status_ontario.pdf), including 14 calendar days have passed since receiving their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.Employees who do not provide proof of full vaccination will be deemed not vaccinated under the Directive and will be required to attend a vaccine education program and undergo regular rapid antigen testing. Employees who are not vaccinated under the policy with a valid medical exemption will not be required to attend a vaccine education program but must undergo regular rapid antigen testing.Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 171953, by Friday, January 7, 2022. Please follow the instructions to submit your application. Faxes are not being accepted at this time.If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontarios Human Rights Code.www.ontario.ca/careersQuick Apply

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