Construction Administrator; Structural

Position: Construction Administrator (Structural)
Job Description

We are seeking a Structural Engineer - Construction Administration to support projects during the construction phase and serve as a technical resource in the field. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys seeing designs come to life and ensuring construction is executed in accordance with issued plans, specifications, and design intent.

You will work closely with contractors, project managers, and clients, combining technical review with regular jobsite presence to help projects progress efficiently, safely, and correctly. The position requires strong judgment, independence, and practical problem-solving skills

Key Responsibilities

• Independently plan, prioritize, and manage daily tasks and deadlines, supporting construction activities with minimal supervision
• Perform regular job-site visits and structural observations to verify construction is proceeding in accordance with issued drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and applicable codes
• Conduct site investigations, including field verification and documentation of existing conditions, to support design development and investigative studies
• Document site observations and prepare clear, concise field reports
• Review, coordinate, and respond to RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings in a timely and technically sound manner
• Attend pre-construction meetings, coordination meetings, and site meetings as required
• Identify construction challenges and nonconforming work and provide practical, code-compliant solutions consistent with design intent
• Coordinate with internal design teams to clarify structural intent, resolve field conditions, and evaluate proposed changes
• Serve as a technical liaison between the firm, contractor, and owner throughout the construction phase
• Demonstrate the technical ability to periodically assist the design team with various software listed in Preferred Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• 1 plus year of Construction Administration
• 5 plus years of Structural engineering for commercial buildings (structural steel, concrete, and post tensioned structures)
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents
• Strong Written and verbal communication skills
• Valid Driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
• EIT

Preferred

• PE

Meet Your Recruiter

David Michaud