Construction Administrator

CannonDesign • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

The Construction Administrator represents CannonDesign and the project to the client during the construction administration phase. The role administers construction contracts on the firm’s behalf, with particular focus on quality control and cost control from project start-up through closeout. The position involves substantial on-site presence and daily coordination among construction managers and general contractors, the client or owner, consultants, and architecture and engineering teams. The role works under the supervision of a Licensed Architect.

Requirements

• 10+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of building codes and requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical knowledge, coordination skills, and ability to build rapport with the project team.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
• Knowledge of Procore and ACC.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or a related field is preferred.
• Healthcare and/or institutional project experience is strongly preferred.
• Registration or licensure is preferred.
• LEED accreditation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a daily, on-site liaison between construction managers/general contractors, the client/owner, owner’s consultants, and architecture and engineering teams.
• Attend site meetings, including scheduling, cost management, pre-installation, RFI, and weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings as required.
• Review and interpret construction documents; develop and issue sketches related to field conditions and issues; and coordinate work with consultants, owner’s consultants, and the project team.
• Process, review, and respond to Requests for Information and submittals within contractual timeframes.
• Resolve jobsite problems, coordinate bulletins to contract documents, make recommendations, and consult senior Construction Administration leadership on project issues.
• Monitor, review, and process closeout submittals and perform periodic QA/QC construction site visits, with substantial presence at the construction site.
• Coordinate with design team members to interpret and process construction documents and related items.
• Prepare daily and other reports as required by the contract.
• Contribute as an integral member of the internal construction administration team.
• Follow established on-site project procedures, safety program requirements, and work rules.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances.
• Paid time off.
• Flex-time schedules.
• Remote work options.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee perk programs.
• Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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