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About the role
Your New Company
Join a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a strong presence across Canada. With decades of experience, the organization is recognized for delivering high-quality professional consulting engineering services, energy management solutions, and sustainable building designs. The firm is committed to reducing environmental impact through innovative and energy-efficient systems, having created one of the largest verified carbon emissions savings portfolios among Canadian consulting firms. Their collaborative approach supports projects across commercial, residential, and institutional sectors, creating environments where people live, work, learn, and heal.
Your New Role
As a Construction Administrator based in Toronto, you will play a key role during the construction phase of projects. Acting as a liaison between internal teams, clients, contractors, and consultants, you will help ensure that construction is executed in accordance with design intent, specifications, and quality standards. You will attend site meetings, conduct field reviews, monitor construction progress, and identify potential issues or coordination conflicts. The role also involves reviewing RFIs, change orders, shop drawings, and progress claims while supporting project closeout activities. This position requires strong knowledge of either mechanical or electrical building systems, with exposure to both considered a strong asset. You will be working on multiple projects simultaneously, contributing to high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Qualifications & Experience
Educational background in mechanical or electrical engineering, construction, or building systems (or related discipline) Intermediate experience in construction administration, consulting engineering, or MEP contracting Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, electrical distribution, lighting, controls) Experience with field reviews and construction inspections Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents Experience reviewing RFIs, shop drawings, change documentation, and deficiency lists Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit (considered an asset) Knowledge of construction practices, document control systems, and project coordination tools Core Competencies: Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills Excellent organizational and time management abilities Problem-solving and proactive issue identification Attention to detail and commitment to quality Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Team-oriented with a client-focused mindset Additional Requirement: Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle
What You'll Get in Return
Competitive salary ($90,000 – $110,000, based on experience)
Comprehensive health and dental benefits RRSP matching program Paid professional development and training opportunities Exposure to innovative, sustainable, and high-impact projects Collaborative work environment with teams across Canada Career growth opportunities through mentorship and hands-on experience What You Need to Do Now If you're looking to advance your career in construction administration and work on meaningful, sustainability-driven projects, apply today to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering team. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for candidates with disabilities.
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About Hays
We are leaders in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions, offering advisory services such as learning and skill development, career transitions and employer brand positioning.
As the Leadership Partner to our customers, we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. We help you achieve your career goals and deliver your business needs by combining meaningful innovation with our global scale and insights.
Last year we helped over 280,000 people find their next career. Join the millions of people around the world that our specialist recruitment consultants provide with up-to-date information on career options, interesting insights and specific industry trends.
We help our customers define and implement strategies to create inclusive and equitable workplaces. Through harnessing and analysing data, we support business decision making and advise on how to access Talent Networks. We also assist in identifying attractive employer propositions by truly understanding a company’s identity, and support clients with all aspects of their Early Careers proposition, from strategic planning through to operational execution.
Hays is the market leader in the UK and Asia Pacific and one of the market leaders in Continental Europe and Latin America. The c.12,800 people we employ around the world partner with clients and candidates to power the world of work. Every day our expert consultants help thousands of candidates find their next role, and they also help clients reshape workforces and deal with talent shortages. In the year to 30 June 2021, we placed 77,000 people in permanent jobs and 244,000 people into temporary roles. For more information about our global network, strategy and Group financial results, visit www.haysplc.com