Risk Analyst

Job Description

Risk & Contracts Analyst

Position: Risk & Contracts Analyst

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Compensation: $70,000 – $85,000

Primary Location: Head Office (401 & Kennedy)

Reports to: VP, Risk Management

About Eastern Construction

At Eastern Construction, our Core Purpose is to enrich the lives of our employees. We lead, manage, and deliver complex construction projects across the Greater Toronto Area, operating under collaborative models such as Construction Management, Guaranteed Maximum Price, and Design-Build. With more than 1,000 projects completed over seventy-five years, we have earned a reputation for delivering high-quality work, fostering strong partnerships, and supporting the long-term success of our people.

Our culture and performance expectations are shaped by our Core Values: Responsive Team Player, Can-Do Attitude, and Unstoppable Drive. These values define how we work, collaborate, and deliver excellence.

Position Summary

The Risk & Contracts Analyst supports the administration, coordination, and monitoring of risk and contractual matters across Eastern Construction’s projects. The role assists in reviewing contracts and project documentation, tracking contractual obligations and risk items, and supporting claims and dispute preparation under established policies and procedures.

This position works closely with project teams and collaborates with Procurement, Finance and Legal as required. The role is intended to build internal capability and continuity in risk and contract management and may evolve over time based on business needs and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract & Risk Administration

• Assist in the review and administration of prime contracts, subcontracts, and related documentation.
• Track contractual obligations, key dates, notices, and deliverables to support compliance.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date contract and risk files, logs, and trackers.
• Support the preparation and coordination of contractual correspondence and documentation.

Claims & Dispute Support

• Assist in assembling documentation related to claims, change events, and potential disputes.
• Track claim-related information, timelines, and supporting records.
• Support internal reviews by compiling cost, schedule, and contract information.
• Escalate matters requiring legal, financial or procurement review as appropriate.

Policy & Procedure Application

• Apply company policies, procedures, and standard practices related to risk and contract management
• Support consistent application processes across projects.
• Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or emerging risk trends and flag them for review.

Project & Cross-Functional Support

• Liaise with Project Managers to gather information, follow up on documentation, and support risk awareness.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, and Legal on risk and contract matters as required.
• Support knowledge transfer, documentation, and process continuity during transitional periods.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records, trackers, and reports related to contracts, risks, and claims.
• Prepare summaries and supporting materials for internal review.
• Ensure documentation is complete, organized, and accessible.

Job Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Foundational understanding of contracts, contract administration, and risk management principles.
• Ability to read, interpret, and organize contractual and project documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to manage trackers and reports.
• Strong attention to detail and document control skills.
• Understanding of construction project workflows is an asset.

Initiative & Self-Management

• Demonstrates a proactive approach to identifying issues and follow-ups.
• Manages multiple tasks and shifting priorities effectively.
• Maintains organized records and follows established procedures.
• Exercises sound judgment and escalate issues appropriately.
• Works collaboratively as a responsive team player.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn and develop within the role.

Education

• University degree or college diploma in Legal Studies, Construction/Contract Law, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Entry-level to early-career experience in contract administration, claims management, risk management, or project administration, or a related field.
• Experience in construction, engineering, or project-based environments is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work with detailed documentation and structured processes.