Construction Administrator

Merchco Services•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

We are a rapidly growing national commercial general contractor seeking an experienced Construction Administrator to support our project teams on active commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for a candidate with 1–2 years of construction administration or project coordination experience who is ready to take on increased responsibility and grow within a dynamic environment. Why Join Us Join a rapidly expanding national contractor with long-term stability Increased responsibility and exposure to all phases of commercial construction Collaborative team culture with strong leadership support Competitive pay, a company 401k, and health/dental/vision/life insurance benefits offered What You’ll Do As a Construction Administrator , you will play a key role in supporting project execution by managing administrative, procurement, and coordination functions, including: Supporting procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontracted services Preparing and managing purchase orders and subcontract documentation Assisting with contract administration, change orders, and compliance tracking Assisting with managing and tracking submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation Coordinating permitting, inspections, and approvals with local authorities Communicating with suppliers, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal teams Maintaining accurate project records and document control systems Assisting with project closeout documentation and turnover You will support multiple projects simultaneously and work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and subcontractors in a fast-paced environment. Apply today to take the next step in your construction career.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
1–2 years of experience in construction administration, project coordination, or similar role (commercial construction preferred)
Working knowledge of construction documents, contracts, and terminology
Experience supporting procurement, submittals, and contract documentation
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
Experience working for a commercial general contractor
Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, or Autodesk Construction Cloud
Experience coordinating permits and inspections
Interest in building a career in commercial construction
Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
Proactive communicator who follows through on tasks
Adaptable and solution-oriented in a fast-growth environment
Team-focused with a strong work ethic
Detail-driven with a sense of urgency

Responsibilities

Supporting procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontracted services
Preparing and managing purchase orders and subcontract documentation
Assisting with contract administration, change orders, and compliance tracking
Assisting with managing and tracking submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation
Coordinating permitting, inspections, and approvals with local authorities
Communicating with suppliers, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal teams
Maintaining accurate project records and document control systems
Assisting with project closeout documentation and turnover