Construction Administrator

Velocity Search Group • Charleston, SC

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Administrator reports to a Managing Director. This role is responsible for scope, schedule, and budget. The individual will work under the direction of the Managing Director and in cooperation with the Project Architect and Project Designer to develop high-quality design on time and within budget. This position requires working closely with a team of in-house architects, interior designers, planners, landscape architects, and consultants on multiple projects with a variety of project diversity throughout the Southeast to meet scheduled deliverables. The successful candidate must be a leader, self-starter, organized, flexible, and possess a strong work ethic.

Requirements

• Technical understanding and ability to effectively read construction documents.
• Ability to accurately record shop drawings, contracts, RFIs, etc.
• Understanding of the design and procurement processes.
• Ability to accurately review payment applications.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to work through applying knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques for project activities to meet the project requirements.
• Ability to cultivate a professional presence through competence, reliability, honesty, integrity, respect for others, positivity, and thoughtful listening.
• Graphic presentation skills, including hand drawing and computer rendering.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in construction management or a relevant field.
• 7+ year's of solid and progressive work history, with experience in construction administration.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Deltek Vision, AIA contract documents, and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Maintain correspondence with consultants for submittals and schedules.
• Ability to work with multiple teams and manage project schedules simultaneously.
• Handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Travel to project sites throughout South Carolina and/or North Carolina.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level