Construction Administrator

Kingscott•Detroit, MI

44d•Remote

About The Position

The Construction Administrator serves as a critical bridge between design and construction, ensuring projects are executed with precision, accountability, and excellence. This role provides leadership-level construction phase oversight, documentation management, financial tracking, and coordination across project stakeholders. The Construction Administrator safeguards design intent, monitors project performance, mitigates risk, and ensures compliance—supporting Kingscott’s commitment to delivering exceptional environments for our clients. This position requires significant in-field presence and proactive collaboration with project teams, contractors, and clients across the State of Michigan. This position also requires the individual be a resident in the State of Michigan with the ability to travel throughout the state to client sites and to meet project and team needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field; preferred (Equivalent professional construction administration experience may substitute.)
Minimum five (5) years of direct and on-site construction administration or construction coordination experience; required
Experience in K–12 and/or commercial building construction strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of construction documents and building systems
Knowledge of architectural, civil, structural, and MEP disciplines
Familiarity with cost estimating and change management practices
Proficiency in construction management platforms and Microsoft Office Suite
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Professional presence and client-facing confidence
Adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Excellent leadership, problem-solving, negotiation and consultation skills.
Knowledge of architectural, civil, structural, and electrical disciplines; building construction; cost estimating; and building codes.
Possess and demonstrate solid analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Participation at Industry Conferences and Client Interviews.
Ability to work in an energetic and challenging work environment.