Contract Administrator, Edmonton

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

We have a number of projects across Canada that require a Junior/Intermediate Contract Administrator to be part of our award-winning team.

As a Contract Administrator, you will work as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary team delivering complex projects in Alberta and across Canada, with potential support for select US projects. You will be responsible for coordinating and administering contract award and subsequent contract administration activities related to complex, fast‑paced contracts.

Your Key Responsibilities

Support the development of contracting strategy and contract execution plans

Support the contracting cycle, including preparation of RFX packages, clarifications, evaluations, and negotiation support

Interpret contracts and ensure compliance with contract terms

Monitor and verify contract progress

Review schedules and support assessment of delay impacts as they relate to contract performance and change events

Liaise with clients, project managers, and subconsultants to move construction deliverables forward

Prepare and process contract administration deliverables, including: - Technical drawing submittals

Requests for information

Change directives, contemplated change notices, and change orders

Contract amendments

Progress payment certificates

Evaluate contractors’ submissions for changes and claims

Support construction‑phase contract administration activities, including coordination of contract changes, progress tracking, and issue resolution

Process contract close‑out documents

Prepare various reports and other correspondence related to areas of responsibility

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Strong knowledge of procurement and contracting principles, methods, procedures, and practices, including contract administration related to change management, claims, schedule impacts, and delays

Familiarity with common contract models, including lump sum, unit rate, and reimbursable arrangements, is considered an asset

Working knowledge of relevant engineering and construction practices within the Energy&Resources sector, as well as pertinent legislation, standards, and scheduling methods

Experience supporting construction‑phase contract administration and working with project teams during execution is considered an asset

Sound judgment, strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to assess commercial risks and support effective decision‑making

Effective interpersonal, negotiation, presentation, and communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

Demonstrated organizational, administrative, and decision‑making skills required to effectively handle changing priorities and project deadlines

Ability to coordinate the efforts of others to accomplish objectives

Good working knowledge of standard business and project tools, including Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems

Education and Experience

Diploma or degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Junior: 2–5 years of relevant experience in contract administration, procurement, or project support

Intermediate: 5–10 years of relevant experience in contract administration within engineering, construction, or Energy&Resources projects

Experience supporting or administering contracts in an EPC/EPCM environment is considered an asset

Professional designations such as SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) or equivalent are considered an asset

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings plan, life and accidental death&dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location:

Canada | AB | Calgary Organization:

BC-1554 E&R-CA Delivery Center Employee Status:

Regular Business Justification:

New Position Travel:

No Schedule:

Full time Job Posting:

19/05/2026 09:05:20

Req ID:

1005864

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