LANDinc is a leader in urban design, landscape architecture, and environmental planning, seeking a Construction Administrator for Landscape Infrastructure Projects / Project Manager / Lead Landscape Architect to join their expanding Toronto team. The role oversees the construction phase of landscape architecture projects, ensuring design intent, quality standards, and technical specifications are realized in the field.
Requirements
- Contract Administration
- Administer construction contracts in accordance with applicable standards
- Interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Review contractor submissions including: Shop drawings, Material samples, Method statements, Issue: Site Instructions (SIs), Contemplated Change Notices (CCNs), Change Orders (COs)
- Maintain detailed project records and documentation logs
- Site Review & Quality Assurance
- Conduct regular site visits to: Monitor construction progress, Verify compliance with design intent and specifications, Identify deficiencies and non-conforming work
- Prepare site reports with clear photographic documentation
- Coordinate deficiency reviews and track resolution
- Coordination & Communication
- Act as the primary liaison between: Contractor, Client / Owner, Design consultants, Internal design team
- Lead or participate in site meetings and progress meetings
- Facilitate timely resolution of RFIs (Requests for Information)
- Change Management
- Evaluate scope changes and provide recommendations
- Review contractor pricing for fairness and alignment with contract terms
- Track project budget impacts related to changes
- Support cost control and risk mitigation during construction
- Schedule Oversight
- Monitor construction schedules and milestones
- Identify potential delays and risks
- Work with contractor and team to maintain project timelines
- Payment Certification
- Review and certify contractor progress draws
- Verify quantities and percentage completion
- Ensure compliance with contract terms prior to payment approval
- Substantial Completion & Closeout
- Conduct substantial performance inspections
- Prepare deficiency lists and oversee completion
- Review as-built drawings and maintenance manuals
- Support final project closeout and handover to client
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and vacation packages aligned with industry standards
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional development opportunities, including licensure support, training, and industry events
- Convenient full-time, on-site role accessible by public transportation
