On-site Construction Administrator
About the role
If you enjoy solving complex construction challenges in an on‑site collaborative environment, this might be the opportunity for you. Flad Architects, a national architectural firm, is partnering with UCLA to transform the former Westside Pavilion shopping mall into a nexus for discovery and innovation. Designed to connect academic researchers, corporate partners, startups, government agencies, and the community, it aims to act as a catalyst for multidisciplinary translational research.
Responsibilities
- On‑site observations of facilities, general project and contract administration, payment requests, and change approvals.
- Provide prompt and expeditious service regarding issues of interpretations, decisions, and construction bulletins.
- Review and evaluate RFIs and submittals; bring questions or concerns to the attention of design team members.
- Monitor construction changes, shop drawings, and other submissions from the contractor.
- Review shop drawings, reject non‑conforming work, and record issues with corrective action reports or non‑conforming work notices.
- Coordinate outside consultants, as required, to complete the project successfully.
- Facilitate timely communication between the owner, contractor, project manager, and other relevant team members; advise Flad team members of services needed during construction.
Requirements
- Minimum of five years of Construction Administration experience on large‑scale commercial projects (utilizing concrete, steel, etc.); ten years preferred.
- Degree in architecture, construction, or related field required.
- Sustainability accreditation preferred.
- Registered Architect or Professional Engineer in the United States preferred.
Skills
- Proficiency in Bluebeam (required); Revit preferred.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (required).
- Experience with web‑based project management programs (required).
- Skilled in collaboration, attention to detail, and communication.
- Understanding of sustainable design principles and prior experience with LEED rating systems (preferred).
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Retirement savings plan with fiduciary advisor.
- Identity theft protection plan.
- Section 125 flexible benefits.
- Income protection: life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Pay
Annual base salary range is currently $125,000 – $155,000. Actual starting salary will be within that range and is dependent upon job‑related education, knowledge, and experience.
Schedule
The position requires on‑site presence at the UCLA job site Monday through Friday each week and is estimated to run through Summer 2028.