Senior Construction Administrator

Smith Seckman Reid • Nashville, TN

122d

About The Position

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last. SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement. We feel that SSR is a great place, but don't take our word for it, See what our colleagues are saying at www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr. Why Choose SSR? Look at our Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn pages to discover more. We are Certified "Great Place to Work" http://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1001559.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline and 10 years of experience OR 15 years of experience in construction and applicable design
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Thorough knowledge of applicable codes and regulations
• Thorough knowledge of Project Management Software Programs (i.e., Newforma, ProjectTrek)
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies
• Knowledge of project approach and system design
• Knowledge of interrelationships among key disciplines
• Knowledge of multi-disciplined construction systems and projects
• General understanding of Revit

Responsibilities

• Assists in evaluation of contractor proposals, bids, estimates, schedules, and change orders; advises the design team and owners representatives of needed decisions
• Administers the contracts and all paperwork required to carry a project through the complete construction phase, which includes final inspection and start-up
• Serves as the main point of contact between the contractor and the design team during the construction phase of a project
• Maintains current knowledge of the owner-architect agreement and any additional service agreements
• Reviews plans and specifications to coordinate the work of design and construction to ensure adherence to the project design
• Performs job site visits to discuss activities, progress, and problems with site superintendents and construction workers
• Directs the senior design staff in developing design and construction sequences that will provide the owner a high-quality facility at minimum costs
• Ensures that applicable quality procedures are carried out in a timely manner on assigned projects
• Coordinates the start-up of equipment with the client and contractor; communicates any issues that arise
• Attends meetings with the owner and contractor to provide updates and discuss present issues
• Meets with state, city, and county officials for construction review and code adherence as necessary
• Assists the owner and the design team in resolving conflicts with suppliers and contractors
• Reports unusual or special conditions or requests from contractors or suppliers to the design team and/or owners representatives and assists in resolving problems
• Reviews requests for payments by contractors and suppliers
• May train and/or supervise less experienced construction administrators

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee incentives and wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree