Senior Construction Administrator

Job Summary

The Senior Construction Administrator leads and supports the construction administration phase of medium to large-scale projects. This role serves as the primary on-site representative during construction, providing technical oversight, coordinating project stakeholders, reviewing construction documentation, and ensuring projects are executed in accordance with contract documents, codes, and quality standards. The Senior Construction Administrator works closely with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal project teams to proactively resolve issues, mitigate risk, and support successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction administration efforts throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Review and manage submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications.
• Conduct site visits and field observations to ensure quality, compliance, and adherence to design intent.
• Cook up with clients, contractors, consultants, and agencies to resolve project issues and maintain progress.
• Evaluate construction costs, change requests, and value engineering opportunities.
• Track project issues through resolution and support successful project closeout.
• Serve as a primary client contact during construction and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 10+ years of experience in architecture, construction administration, construction management, or a related discipline.
• Licensed Architect preferred, preferably in California.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contract administration, building codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience reviewing construction documents, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple stakeholders and drive projects to successful completion.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $105,682 - $158,086 annually. The actual salary offered for this position will vary depending on multiple factors including the candidate’s qualification, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. We do not anticipate individuals hired into this position will start at or near the top half of the range listed; the decision will be based on each individual case.