At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
HDR is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to join our Transportation – Construction and Field Services team in the Greater Toronto Area to work on roadway and highway construction projects. Reporting to the group lead, the position will be responsible for coordinating an onsite team of technical professionals and inspectors to oversee the implementation of construction inspection and construction contract administration tasks while representing the client onsite, and liaising with client representatives.
In the role of Senior Construction Manager, we'll count on you to:
- Provide administration of complex bridge, roadway and highway construction projects
- Oversee and ensure Contract Administration deliverables are completed in accordance with client requirements
- Lead, coordinate and monitor onsite inspection duties and tasks are completed, and inspector’s diaries are kept up to date and accurate
- Promote and oversee implementation of health and safety regulations
- Maintain detailed daily diary of the contractor’s work, instructions provided, and overall issue and change management
- Review contractor activities are in accordance to the contract documents and requirements
- Provide oversight and confirmation of completed contract quantities are accurately calculated for processing progress and final payments
- Review, interpret, and analyze the Contractor’s initial critical path schedule to determine conformance to the contract, and provide regular review and analysis of monthly critical path schedules
- Supervise and perform quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works
- Coordinate specialty inspection and testing by sub-consultants
- Liaise with the contractor and client representatives
- Chair and lead project meetings
- Provide interpretation and recommendation of contractor submitted claims
- Negotiate price agreements, change orders, claims and work directives
- Travel to projects across the province for extended periods of time
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified by OACETT as a Road Construction Contract Administrator (rcca) designation, and/or registered with PEO as a P.Eng. with relevant experience
- 15+ years of experience in administering and inspecting road and highway construction projects.
- Successful completion of MTO TL 131 – Advanced Issues Resolution Course, including applicable refresher course
- Experience administering municipal or highway construction projects
- Demonstrated experience as a Construction Contract Administrator on 4 or more Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) or municipal projects with construction values of $20.0 Million or more
- Proven analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
- Knowledge and ability to utilize required computer software such as MS Word, Excel, and Kahua’s Contract Management System (CMS)
- Sound knowledge of design standards, OPS specifications, standard drawings, materials and methods associated with highway/freeway/ATMS construction
- Knowledge and skill in interpreting and applying transportation construction practices; procedures and quality assurance techniques
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Laws and Regulations (Environmental, Health and Safety, etc.) and their application in construction contracts
- Ability to interpret construction critical path schedules
- Experience working with MS Project
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to organize, prioritize and schedule work
- Ability to analyze and solve problems
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
- Valid Ontario driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.
Required Qualifications
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
