Assistant CA Project Manager

Kaas Wilson Architects LLC•Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Construction Administration Technician will be responsible for assisting the Construction Administration Project Managers in Training, Project Managers, Senior Project Managers, and the Director of Contractor Administration.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external teams.
Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to make informed and quick decisions, work well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
Passionate about learning, highly motivated, with a drive to succeed in a dynamic design firm.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.
Ability to collaborate with managers and negotiate competing priorities.
Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.
Knowledge of Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Submittal Platforms, and some Revit Knowledge.
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or Construction Science required.
One to two years of construction-related experience is required.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
May require travel.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the job site.

Responsibilities

Assists in observing the work by performing periodic site visits and preparing worksite observation reports.
Reviews submittals, project samples, and project data.
Responds to requests for information from multiple general contractors, owners, and developers.
Assists in the interpretation of Construction Contract Documents and Schedules.
Reviews construction project Requests for Substitutions.
Responsible for maintaining knowledge of current contract document information in the owner-architect agreement and any additional or professional services agreements per these documents.
Applies a broad understanding of the following building systems during document review: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, security, and low voltage.
Reference and assists in the research, maintenance, and application of current codes and resolve issues with inspectors and other authorities having jurisdiction.
Uses standard protocol for communication with and between team members including the owner, architect/engineer team, general contractors, subcontractors, interior design team, and outside consultants.
Helps to schedule and coordinate project tasks (as assigned by the Project Manager) in logical steps and budgets the time necessary to meet each deadline.
Assists with the preparation of plans and specifications, reports, and other deliverables.
Assists in ordering construction materials and samples when needed.
Archive and organize the CA material library.
Participate in all onsite punch-list walkthroughs.
Provide basic administrative support and help with special projects as needed
Performs other related duties as assigned.