Construction Administrator (CM-CA)

SteerBridge•Fargo, ND

6d•$85,000 - $92,000•Onsite

About The Position

SteerBridge Strategies is seeking a Construction Administrator (CM-CA) to provide Construction Management Services supporting infrastructure upgrades across the Fargo, ND Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The Construction Administrator will support the administration of construction, design/build, engineering, and facilities management activities for complex construction projects. Responsibilities include support throughout the project lifecycle including pre-design, design, procurement, construction, claims, administration, and technical specialty services.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States
Must be eligible to pass a federal background investigation and obtain a VA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) badge
Must provide examples of at least three (3) projects of similar size, scope, and complexity where the candidate held a comparable role
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution OR equivalent professional experience
A minimum of three (3) years of construction-related experience may substitute for formal education and will be reviewed for acceptability
Strong understanding of construction practices, QA/QC processes, safety procedures, scheduling, cost management, change management, and information management
Experience supporting General Contractor and Subcontractor operations on active construction sites
Experience reviewing construction documents and identifying deficiencies or inconsistencies
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Construction Project Management Skills
Candidates should demonstrate experience in the following areas: Construction Project Management Quality Assurance and Inspection Contract Administration and Compliance Construction Scheduling and Documentation Contractor and Stakeholder Coordination Risk Assessment and Problem Solving Regulatory and Safety Compliance Construction Operations and Site Management Microsoft Office Suite and Construction Management Software

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting federal construction projects, healthcare facilities, or VA projects preferred
Familiarity with healthcare construction environments and operational impacts preferred
Experience with construction administration in occupied facilities preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for construction analysis, development, design support, and preparation of plans and specifications for new work and facility improvements
Provide administrative oversight and evaluation concerning all construction disciplines related to project execution
Independently determine and manage administrative actions necessary for project development and completion
Review final contract documents for accuracy and compliance
Assess project impacts on medical center operations and patient care through risk assessment processes
Manage construction documentation and maintain project records
Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and stakeholders throughout project execution
Monitor construction activities for quality assurance, safety, schedule, and compliance
Identify deficiencies, incongruities, and issues in contractor work relative to construction documents and project requirements
Assist in schedule evaluation and determination of acceptable work completed