Construction Administrator

Construction Administrator job summary

Are you an experienced construction administrator with a keen eye for details? We are looking for someone to help us manage our busy construction office and oversee contract administration, cash management, and quality control. Our ideal candidate has 3 years of construction administration support experience and a firm grasp of construction industry best practices. If you have excellent communication skills and a track record of optimizing processes, please apply!

Construction Administrator responsibilities

• Assist construction project managers to estimate and adhere to proper budgets, create project schedules, and communicate project updates
• Direct subcontractor, vendor, and supplier process by assembling bid packages including scope of work, bidding process, and needed construction documents
• Maintain accurate work logs of construction activities, job information sheets, and project team rosters
• Oversee construction contract administration and submittal log processes to ensure that the contract document requirements are met throughout the construction experience
• Enforce quality control process measures that ensure compliance with contracts, building, and code regulations
• Perform cash management, payroll, and billing tasks - prepare invoices, subcontracts, change orders, work orders, purchase orders, and punch lists
• Assemble the closeout package including maintenance agreements, equipment information, warranties, and contractor contact information

Construction Administrator qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required – some college highly preferred
• 3 years of experience in construction services, administrative support, contract administration, or construction project management is crucial
• Understanding of the construction industry and processes are beneficial- including codes, AIA documentation, and safety regulations
• Basic accounting, bookkeeping, and math skills are desired
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and project or construction management software
• Excellent organization, time management, attention to detail, and communication skills are valuable

Construction Administrator compensation

$57,905 (National Average)