Construction Administrator; Electrical

SSR is a leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, providing innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges across the United States.

SSR is committed to opportunities and benefits that promote a balanced life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, an employee‑owned Health Savings Account contribution, 401(k) matching up to the IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and other wellness programs. SSR received the 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award for community outreach and improvement.

The Construction Administrator ensures that projects are constructed in accordance with the requirements of the project plans and specifications during the construction phase. The role coordinates communications and decisions between contractors, suppliers, the design team, and the owner’s representatives.

• Administers the contracts and all paperwork required to carry a project through the complete construction phase, including final inspection and start‑up.
• Serves as the main point of contact between the contractor and the design team during the construction phase.
• Assists in evaluating contractor proposals, bids, estimates, schedules, and change orders; advises the design team and owners’ representatives of needed decisions.
• Maintains current knowledge of the owner‑architect agreement and any additional service agreements.
• Reviews plans and specifications to coordinate the work of design and construction to ensure adherence to the project design.
• Performs job site visits to discuss activities, progress, and problems with site superintendents and construction workers.
• Directs senior design staff in developing design and construction sequences that provide the owner a high‑quality facility at minimum cost.
• Ensures applicable quality procedures are carried out in a timely manner on assigned projects.
• Coordinates the start‑up of equipment with the client and contractor; communicates any issues that arise.
• Attends meetings with the owner and contractor to provide updates and discuss present issues.
• Meets with state, city, and county officials for construction review and code adherence as necessary.
• Assists the owner and the design team in resolving conflicts with suppliers and contractors.
• Reports unusual and special conditions or requests from contractors/suppliers to the design team and/or owners’ representatives and assists in resolving problems.
• Reviews requests for payments by contractors and suppliers.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited college with four years of applicable experience in Electrical systems OR Electrical Journeyman.
• Revit experience is a must.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies.
• Knowledge of interrelationships among key disciplines.
• Knowledge of multi‑disciplined construction systems and projects.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.
• This position will be located in the job trailer on the job site.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affluent Action Employer.

EOE including Disability/Veteran.

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