Sr. Construction Administrator - Mission Critical

Overview

A recognized leader in construction administration who provides technical leadership and acts as an advisor on large scale projects. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions in application of codes and building systems. Endorses the firm’s values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication.

• Manges and leads team through Construction Phase Activities for several concurrent projects, including jobsite meetings, correspondence, submittals and payment application reviews
• Works closely and diligently with Owner, Architect/Engineer Team, and Contractor representatives to achieve project goals/requirements, and employs standard protocol for communication with and between team members to include the Owner, Architect/Engineer team and Contractor representatives
• Proactively applies knowledge of codes and all types of building systems (architectural, civil, structural, etc.) to projects
• Reviews and manages Requests for Information (RFI) and submittals and maintains current documents using HKS’ construction document management software
• Effectively communicates with design team to gain understanding of design intent
• 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
• Evaluates cost-related aspects of the project and administers change orders, proposed changes, construction change directives, substitutions, time delays and payment applications in accordance with contract and project requirements
• Builds 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
• Leads and collaborates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
• Responsible for preparing and/or reviewing meeting minutes and appropriate documents for consultant coordination meetings
• Develops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talent
• Manages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
• Actively promotes and incorporates the firm’s principles of ‘design excellence’ through the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design
• Delivers project on defined budget requirements and maintains accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate
• Supports the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules
• May participate in marketing interviews

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred
• Architectural Registration preferred
• Typically 10+ years of experience
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred
• Experience with architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Newforma, 3D modeling software and PDF-editing software preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Strong knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
• Strong knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement and Architect-Consultant Agreements
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines and QA/QC process
• Advanced knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents
• Experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Required travel to job sites in Frederick, MD, and Berwick, PA

Base Salary Range: $120k-165k annually - New York and Washington D.C. locations only.

HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.

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