Construction Administrator

Job Title: Construction Administrator
Department: Construction Administration
Reports To: Managing Director/Studio Director
FLSA Status: Exempt


GENERAL SUMMARY
The Construction Administrator reports to a Managing Director. Responsible for scope, schedule, and budget. Work under the direction of the Managing Director and in cooperation with the Project Architect and Project Designer to develop high-quality design on time and within budget.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
This position requires working closely with a team of in-house architects, interior designers, planners, landscape architects, and consultants on multiple projects with a variety of project diversity throughout the Southeast to meet scheduled deliverables. The successful candidate must be a leader, self-starter, organized, flexible, and possess a strong work ethic. The following duties are normal for the position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Travel to project sites throughout South Carolina and/or North Carolina.
• Maintain correspondence with consultants for submittals and schedules.
• Ability to work with multiple teams and manage project schedules simultaneously.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Technical understanding and ability to effectively read construction documents.
• Ability to accurately record shop drawings, contracts, RFIs, etc.
• Understanding of the design and procurement processes.
• Ability to accurately review payment applications.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to work through applying knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques for project activities to meet the project requirements.
• Ability to cultivate a professional presence through competence, reliability, honesty, integrity, respect for others, positivity, and thoughtful listening.
• Graphic presentation skills, including hand drawing and computer rendering.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with Deltek Vision, AIA contract documents, and Revit.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's or master's degree in construction management or a relevant field.
• 7+ year's of solid and progressive work history, with experience in construction administration.