Construction Administrator - Mission Critical

HKS, Inc.•Seattle, WA

9d•$88 - $110

About The Position

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 Base Salary Range: $88-110k – Seattle location only The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the Seattle location only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page. #LI-KT1 If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal. HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran We recommend selecting the location and/or country before selecting a job title when performing a search. Click on the link to drop your contact information and resume here so that your data becomes searchable for new positions! 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Requirements

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred
Typically 4+ years of experience
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

Nice To Haves

Architectural Registration preferred
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

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