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Construction Administrator

Construction Administrator

HKS • Seattle, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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
  • Effectively communicates with designers 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 administer change orders, proposed changes, construction change directives, substitutions, time delays and payment applications in accordance with contract and project requirements
  • 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
  • Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
  • Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
  • Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process
  • Collaborates in delivering a project on defined budget requirements
  • Responsible for the financial implications of overhead and chargeable time, including 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

Qualifications:

  • Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred
  • Architectural Registration preferred
  • Typically 4+ years of experience
  • Sustainable design accreditation preferred
  • Experience with architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, 3D modeling software Newforma and PDF-editing software preferred
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
  • Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
  • Knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement and Architect-Consultant Agreements
  • Knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines and QA/QC process
  • Knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents
  • Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing

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