Construction Administrator

Construction Administrator (Contract-to-Hire)

Schenectady, NY Area

Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established company in the Schenectady area to hire a Construction Administrator. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys supporting projects, coordinating documentation, and working closely with vendors, customers, and internal teams.

This project is anticipated to continue for the next 2-3 months, with the potential to grow into a contract-to-hire opportunity for the right fit! Join a collaborative team environment offering opportunities for growth and excellent benefits upon permanent hire.

• Set up new jobs and maintain project files, documentation, and electronic records
• Review contracts and project documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Issue and track purchase orders for vendors
• Coordinate vendor and customer pre-qualification requirements
• Support bid processes and pre-construction activities through document management and coordination
• Maintain compliance documentation, including certificates of insurance and related records
• Track and organize project paperwork, ensuring files remain current and audit-ready
• Assist with project administrative functions, including correspondence, document processing, filing, and recordkeeping
• Support Project Managers with ongoing clerical and administrative needs throughout the lifecycle of a project
• Perform additional administrative and business support tasks as assigned by management

• Previous experience in construction administration, project coordination, contract administration, or administrative support preferred
• Experience supporting a contractor, construction, or other project-based environment is preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong communication, follow-up, and customer service skills

• Full-time schedule, Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
• Immediate opportunity with a stable, growing company
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to learn, grow, and take on additional responsibilities
• Potential for long-term employment through a contract-to-hire transition
• Competitive benefits package upon permanent hire, including health, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement plan options