Construction Administrator

Parsons Corporation•Kingsport, TN

23d•$30 - $52

About The Position

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Construction Administrator to join our team! In this role you will get to work with Construction Leadership and subcontractors executing work on a multi-year Design-Build effort at Holston Army Ammunition Plant.

Requirements

Strong written and oral communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required.
Demonstrated proficiency in keyboard skills and the utilization of MS Windows and related word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, is required.
A working knowledge of company policies and procedures is preferred, as well as a demonstrated ability to administer a variety of activities simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business (or equivalent) and typically 5+ years of experience in an administrative capacity
Experience in Government Contracting
Familiarity with Davis-Bacon Act and reporting requirements

Responsibilities

Coordinates field office activities and operations.
Receives phone calls and takes correspondence.
Tracks office supplies and places orders when necessary.
Schedules meetings and prepares presentations as required.
Reconciles various office accounts; pays operating bills or submits appropriate documentation to the corporate office for payment.
Obtains competitive bids from outside vendors for a variety of services such as on-site copiers, maintenance services, etc.
Submits recommended purchase/lease arrangements to Project/Operations Manager for approval.
Prepares financial reports as requested by management.
May represent the office by attendance at meetings with the client or others.
Keeps manager informed of all pertinent action/pending action.
Administers the operating budget for the project office.
Gives input for initial figures; investigates, resolves, and reports all variances to the Project Manager.
Purchases and maintains an appropriate inventory of frequently used office supplies.
Originates correspondence and reports not requiring the personal attention of Project Manager.
Reviews time reports to verify accuracy of hours worked and Job#/WBS charges.
Coordinates telephone changes, office moves, best utilization of space/equipment, etc.