Senior Contract Administrator
Architects AllianceSENIOR ARCHITECT – CONTRACT & CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION Location: GTA, Ontario Firm: architects—Alliance Position: Full-Time | Senior Level ABOUT ARCHITECTS—ALLIANCE architects—Alliance is an award-winning Toronto-based architecture firm recognized for design excellence, innovation, and the delivery of complex urban projects. Our portfolio includes significant residential, mixed-use, affordable housing, and institutional developments. We are seeking an experienced Senior Architect – Contract & Construction Administration to join our team and play a key role in the successful delivery of our projects during construction. THE ROLE The successful candidate will be an experienced architect with strong technical knowledge, sound professional judgment, and extensive experience administering construction contracts on behalf of the architect. Working closely with our design teams, consultants, clients, and contractors, you will oversee construction-phase architectural services, ensuring that projects are executed in accordance with the SPA and contract documents while maintaining design integrity, quality, and professional standards. This is a senior role requiring confidence, independence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to resolve complex construction issues in a collaborative and practical manner. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Contract & Construction Administration Lead architectural contract administration services for projects during construction. Administer construction contracts in accordance with applicable CCDC agreements and the architect's contractual obligations. Review and respond to RFIs, shop drawings, samples, and other construction submittals. Review contractor applications for payment and assess construction progress. Prepare and issue supplemental instructions, contemplated change notices, change orders, and other contract administration documentation, as appropriate. Evaluate proposed changes, pricing, and potential impacts on project scope, schedule, and quality. Conduct site reviews to assess general conformity of the work with the contract documents. Identify deficiencies, monitor corrective work, and participate in substantial performance and project close-out procedures. Project Coordination & Problem Solving Act as a key point of contact between the client, contractor, consultants, and architectural team during construction. Participate in construction meetings and document decisions and action items. Coordinate consultant responses and facilitate timely resolution of construction issues. Work collaboratively with project teams to develop practical solutions to unforeseen site conditions and technical challenges. Maintain design intent while balancing constructability, project budgets, schedules, and contractual requirements. Identify and communicate potential construction risks and escalate significant issues to project leadership. Leadership & Quality Assurance Provide technical guidance and mentorship to intermediate and junior architectural staff. Support the development and implementation of consistent contract administration procedures and documentation standards. Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement in project delivery. Foster positive, professional relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors. Qualifications & Experience Professional degree in Architecture. Licensed Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA), or eligible for registration. Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience , including substantial experience in contract administration and construction-phase services. Demonstrated experience administering construction contracts on large-scale, complex projects, preferably multi-unit residential, mixed-use, or institutional buildings. Thorough understanding of CCDC construction contracts, particularly CCDC 2, and the architect's responsibilities during construction as per the OAA600 and OAA90 contract…