Architecture - Construction Administrator

Job Title: Construction Administration Coordinator
Department: Design Architecture
Reports To: Managing Director/Studio Director
FLSA Status: Exempt


GENERAL SUMMARY
The Construction Administration Coordinator 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.

• Familiarity with construction management software Procore or similar.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with AIA contract documents.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's or master's degree in construction management or a relevant field.

• 8+ year's of solid and progressive work history, with experience in construction administration.