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 required
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems and accessibility guidelines required  
• Advanced ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents required
• Advanced knowledge of materials, construction techniques, building codes and QA/QC process required
• Intermediate ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing required
• Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required
• Advanced ability to work and collaborate in a team environment required
• Intermediate ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
• Intermediate ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required

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