Construction Administrator - Workplace Interiors

Gensler•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Your Role As a Construction Administrator, you will successfully execute architectural projects and provide on-site support, coordination and communications with all consultants, clients, contractors, and staff. You are proactive, detail oriented, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism. In this role, you will be viewed as a project delivery expert with recognized authority on topics including management of the project process, clarity of requirements, deliverables, timelines, and visibility against fees throughout the project life cycle. What You Will Do Provide day-to-day coordination and communication with design consultants, clients, stakeholders and contractors to facilitate smooth communication and timely deliverables Coordinate the development, organization, and delivery of comprehensive construction document (CD) packages, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to firm standards Manage multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, civil, and other consultants Prepare, communicate, and monitor project work plans, budgets, and deliverables for client and internal teams Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project Support Construction Administration (CA) project phase including documentation, RFIs, QA/QC coordination, and submittals Maintain recognized authority and expert level delivery of contract administration/change management, BIM standards, project start ups/procedures, and Bluebeam review process/procedures Support the resolution of construction challenges by collaborating with design teams, consultants, and contractors to find timely and practical solutions Provide project meeting coordination Attend OAC meetings Attend architectural punch walks and assist in generating punch lists Organize and maintain Document Control, records, and file structures Your Qualifications 3+ years of Construction Administration/Project Management experience supporting large complex projects required Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction science, or engineering Strong interpersonal skills and design team communications Ability to maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, contractors, consultants & staff Familiarity with working with a variety of jurisdictions Experience with Procore, Project Schedule, Newforma, etc. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam review process/procedures, etc. U.S. Citizenship is required for this role due to the client's security clearance requirement Sustainability/LEED Certification preferred This position is in-person. Successful candidates will be located in the Houston, Texas area. If you’re open to relocating to the area, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome. U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 study ranks Houston in the top 10 places to live in Texas! Life at Gensler At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren’t just designing buildings—we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people’s lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. 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Requirements

3+ years of Construction Administration/Project Management experience supporting large complex projects required
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction science, or engineering
Strong interpersonal skills and design team communications
Ability to maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, contractors, consultants & staff
Familiarity with working with a variety of jurisdictions
Experience with Procore, Project Schedule, Newforma, etc.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam review process/procedures, etc.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this role due to the client's security clearance requirement

Nice To Haves

Sustainability/LEED Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day coordination and communication with design consultants, clients, stakeholders and contractors to facilitate smooth communication and timely deliverables
Coordinate the development, organization, and delivery of comprehensive construction document (CD) packages, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to firm standards
Manage multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, civil, and other consultants
Prepare, communicate, and monitor project work plans, budgets, and deliverables for client and internal teams
Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
Support Construction Administration (CA) project phase including documentation, RFIs, QA/QC coordination, and submittals
Maintain recognized authority and expert level delivery of contract administration/change management, BIM standards, project start ups/procedures, and Bluebeam review process/procedures
Support the resolution of construction challenges by collaborating with design teams, consultants, and contractors to find timely and practical solutions
Provide project meeting coordination
Attend OAC meetings
Attend architectural punch walks and assist in generating punch lists
Organize and maintain Document Control, records, and file structures

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
disability
wellness programs
flex spending
paid holidays
paid time off
401k
profit sharing
employee stock ownership
twice annual bonus opportunities
reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes