Construction Clerk

At Chisholm, Fleming and Associates (just call us CFA), we understand that when it comes to hiring people, it’s not all about us, and that we also need to ask What’s in it for you?

At CFA, there’s a lot in it for you. In exchange for being the great employee that every company wants to have, with us you get to:

Work in a diverse, collaborative, inclusive environment where people are encouraged to be creative, come up with new ideas and share what they think
Build on what you can do and know through hands-on learning, mentoring and training—whether you are at the beginning or your career or somewhere else along the way
Grow in more than one direction by being an important part of a smaller company— you’ll take on more responsibility, earn greater recognition for your work, gain more exposure to new practice areas, and have a bigger impact on the company’s success
Be a valued part of a company that knows that holding on to good employees has to be a core business strategy
Balance your work and life in an office that appreciates that life gets busy, too
Join a history of success at one of the oldest engineering consultancies in Ontario—we’ve been an important part of the province’s development for the last 65 years and we are now developing our new long-term vision with our revised Strategic Plan.

If this sounds like good reasons for working at a company, then consider joining our team!

Job Definition – Construction Clerk:

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Construction Clerk to join our team.

As a Construction Clerk, you will play a vital role in supporting the operations of our construction sites, ensuring efficient communication between involved parties, and carrying out administrative tasks effectively.

Responsibilities:

The Construction Clerk will be responsible for the following, at a minimum:

Providing general administrative support to the construction site team, including filing, data entry, and document management
Collaborating closely with project managers, site supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure seamless communication and information flow
Managing documents and files on the server and distributing them to clients
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of project-related documentation, such as contracts, permits, and change orders
Quantity compiling and calculations for payment certificate preparation
Collecting and summarizing weigh tickets
Minute-taking and field work as required by the Site Coordinators
Assisting the Construction Site Manager/Supervisor with other tasks as needed

Qualifications:

Previous experience as a Construction Clerk or a similar role
Working knowledge of road construction projects
Proficient Microsoft Office skills and the capability to use CMS software programs, such as Aurigo.
Sound written and verbal skills regarding construction terms and procedures
Excellent organizational, record keeping, and time management skills
A valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and reliable transportation to and from work
Post-secondary education in a relevant field is preferred