Construction Administrator - Health

Overview :

Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of architectural principles, practices and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to solutions on small to mid-scale projects through construction administration.

Responsibilities :

• Employs standard protocol for communication with and between team members to include the owner, architect / engineer team and contractor staff
• Proactively applies knowledge of codes and all types of building systems (architectural, civil, structural, etc.) to projects
• Assists with reviewing and managing Requests for Information (RFI) and submittals
• Effectively communicates with designers 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 administer change orders, proposed changes, construction change directives, substitutions, time delays and payment applications in accordance with contract and project requirements
• Collaborates to build 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
• Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
• Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process
• Collaborates in delivering a project on defined budget requirements
• Responsible for the financial implications of overhead and chargeable time, including 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

Qualifications :

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