Construction Administrator - Mission Critical

Overview:

Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of architectural principles, practices and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to solutions on small to mid-scale projects through construction administration.

Responsibilities:

* Employs standard protocol for communication with and between team members to include the owner, architect/engineer team and contractor staff

* Proactively applies knowledge of codes and all types of building systems (architectural, civil, structural, etc.) to projects

* Assists with reviewing and managing Requests for Information (RFI) and submittals and maintains current documents using HKS' document management software

* Effectively communicates with designers to gain understanding of design intent

* Coordinates with design team, issues required document revisions and communicates legal ramifications of changes to the contract documents during construction phase

* Monitors owner and/or contractor directed changes for requests that fall outside of basic services agreement; notifies PM of any potential additional services

* Checks submittals (i.e., shop drawings and product data) to determine conformance with project contract documents, design intent as well as HKS standards, best practices and quality expectations

* Performs periodic site visits, observations and inspections and prepares field reports

* Interprets results of laboratory tests and implements the necessary course of action required by test results

* Applies knowledge of the effect of atmospheric conditions on building materials and components during and after construction, to include the practice of quality assurance

* Evaluates cost-related aspects of the project and administer change orders, proposed changes, construction change directives, substitutions, time delays and payment applications in accordance with contract and project requirements

* Provides feedback about issues for improvements (constructability, material appropriateness, clarity, function, equipment coordination, etc.) to project team

* Collaborates to build consensus among team members and achieve project goals by facilitating communication between Owner, Architect, Contractor and Consultants and by maintaining current knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement, Architect-Consultant Agreement and any additional services agreements

* Resolves issues with inspectors and other authorities having jurisdiction while maintaining current knowledge of applicable codes and regulations for project

* Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines

* May be responsible for preparing and/or reviewing meeting minutes for consultant coordination meetings

* Travel will be required

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

* Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred

* Typically 4+ years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

* Architectural Registration preferred

* Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Advanced - expert-level experience, knowledge or skills

Intermediate - experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work

Basic - familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and may perform elementary functions depending on role

* Advanced skills in Bluebeam required

* Intermediate experience with Navisworks required

* Basic skills in Revit required

* Advanced skills in MS Office Suite required

* Basic skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign required

* Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required

* Intermediate knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement and Architect-Consultant Agreements required

* Advanced experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy required

* Advanced presentation, graphic and visualization skills to communicate ideas…