Construction Administration Project Manager; CAPM

Join our Construction Administration team! The Construction Administration Project Manager is responsible for monitoring construction in collaboration with Construction and Design Team to maintain quality of construction and compliance with agency approved design. Serves as the primary client contact on projects during construction. Coordinates with the Studio Lead, Project Architect/Designer, outside consultants, Construction Manager, Inspector, Owner, and our team to ensure construction issues are resolved and communication is clear and timely from award of Construction Contract or Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP).

This position also provides guidance and support to the Assistant CAPM and Project Coordinator and provides construction-related input during the development of design concepts and documents.
This position is based in our Oakland, CA office.

This position is full-time, hourly non-exempt, eligible for benefits, and reports to the Director of Construction Administration. Base pay range is $108,000 to $118,560. Compensation for this role is based on experience, job-related knowledge/education and qualifications. We offer the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, with an established 24-hour in-office/or in-the-field per week requirement after 90-days of employment.

Typical Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact on the project for all members of the construction team, including the Contractor, Owner, Inspector, and Construction Manager throughout the phase of the project.
• Act as a liaison between design teams, contractors, clients, and client’s consultants throughout the construction process.
• Lead the design team in resolving construction issues in a collaborative and well-documented manner with the assistance of the Project Coordinator and/or Assistant Project Manager.
• Responsible for reviewing and responding to RFI’s and Submittals.
• Review Costs related to the Project in the form of Change Order Requests (CORs), ensuring Prime Contract Change Orders are completed accurately.
• Conduct regular site visits and Owner-Contractor-Architect meetings on each assigned project.
• Coordinate with the Inspector of Record and Division of the State Architect (DSA) Field Engineer to make sure all required documentation is submitted to ensure project certification.
• Provide project-based construction remedies to design teams to correct and refine projects during the design process.
• Conduct a Constructability Review of the construction documents and provide input during the design process.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects of varying scale.

These responsibilities are typical but are not all-encompassing. Each person is expected to work collaboratively as a team and to perform the duties required to deliver a quality product on schedule, within the project budget and the budgeted hours provided.

QKA understands there are different professional and career pathways for people. Whether your career path includes college or you learned on the job through your own work experience, we want to talk with you about your relevant qualifications and specifics for this position.

• Completion of a professional degree in construction management, architecture, a related field, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-10 years as a lead in the construction project management.
• Experience with K-12 construction, Division of State Architecture (DSA) oversight preferred.
• Well-versed in standard construction procedures and terminology, comfortable reading and understanding construction drawings and contract documents.
• Ability to manage and constructively resolve problems and conflicts in a fast-paced and demanding construction environment.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, problem-solving, budgeting, and multi-tasking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with Procore or a similar database program is preferred.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt easily to new procedures and practices.
• Experience in tracking project costs, process project change orders, and review payment applications.
• Manage client relationships and maintain daily communication throughout the project.
• Availability to visit job sites for observation and attend in-person meetings as required.
• Valid California Driver’s License, required for California insurance purposes.