Contract Administrator - Commercial Construction
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Hawkins Construction, a premier Commercial General Contracting firm, is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to join our team in a permanent office-based role. This position focuses on subcontractor procurement for ground-up commercial projects, including Retail, Big Box Retail, Supermarkets, Municipal, Mixed-Use, Medical Office, and Multi-Family developments. We are looking for a seasoned professional with strong commercial construction expertise who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to transition from field-based project management to a pivotal office role, eliminating the need for travel.
Key Responsibilities:
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Review construction plans and specifications with precision to develop comprehensive subcontractor scopes of work.
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Establish initial project budgets based on estimating department inputs.
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Procure subcontractors and materials, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
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Draft and manage contracts and purchase orders with accuracy and attention to detail.
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Coordinate effectively with project teams and various departments to ensure seamless project execution.
Qualifications:
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Minimum of 7 years of commercial construction experience (essential), with a proven track record in ground-up projects.
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Expertise in reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications (critical for success).
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Strong ability to develop detailed subcontractor scopes of work to ensure project clarity and efficiency.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is mandatory for managing documentation and communication.
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while collaborating daily with cross-functional teams.
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College degree and bilingual skills are preferred but not required.
We seek a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with exceptional commercial construction knowledge, plan-reading proficiency, subcontractor scope development expertise, and computer skills to drive our procurement processes. If you’re ready to leverage your experience in a dynamic office setting, apply today!