Sr. Construction Administrator - Health

HKS, Inc.•Orlando, FL

About The Position

Overview: HKS Orlando is seeking a Sr. Construction Administrator to join our Health team. A recognized leader in construction administration who provides technical leadership and acts as an advisor on large scale projects. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions in application of codes and building systems. Endorses the firm’s values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication.

Requirements

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred
Typically 10+ years of experience
Strong knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Strong knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement and Architect-Consultant Agreements
Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines and QA/QC process
Advanced knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents
Experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Required travel to job sites in Virginia, DC, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey

Nice To Haves

Architectural Registration preferred
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Experience with architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Newforma, 3D modeling software and PDF-editing software preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred

Responsibilities

Manges and leads team through Construction Phase Activities for several concurrent projects, including jobsite meetings, correspondence, submittals and payment application reviews
Works closely and diligently with Owner, Architect/Engineer Team, and Contractor representatives to achieve project goals/requirements, and employs standard protocol for communication with and between team members to include the Owner, Architect/Engineer team and Contractor representatives
Proactively applies knowledge of codes and all types of building systems (architectural, civil, structural, etc.) to projects
Reviews and manages Requests for Information (RFI) and submittals and maintains current documents using HKS’ construction document management software
Effectively communicates with design team to gain understanding of design intent
Monitors owner and/or contractor directed changes for requests that fall outside of basic services agreement; notifies PM of any potential additional services
Checks submittals (i.e., shop drawings and product data) to determine conformance with project contract documents, design intent as well as HKS standards, best practices and quality expectations
Performs periodic site visits, observations and inspections and prepares field reports
Evaluates cost-related aspects of the project and administers change orders, proposed changes, construction change directives, substitutions, time delays and payment applications in accordance with contract and project requirements
Builds consensus among team members and achieve project goals by facilitating communication between Owner, Architect, Contractor and Consultants and by maintaining current knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement, Architect-Consultant Agreement and any additional services agreements
Leads and collaborates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
Responsible for preparing and/or reviewing meeting minutes and appropriate documents for consultant coordination meetings
Develops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talent
Manages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
Actively promotes and incorporates the firm’s principles of ‘design excellence’ through the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design
Delivers project on defined budget requirements and maintains accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate
Supports the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules
May participate in marketing interviews