Construction Administrator
October 21, 2020
Evans Taylor Foster Childress (ETFC) Architects is searching for a full-time Construction Administrator to contribute to its highly innovative and diverse team of professionals in their Memphis office.
Position Overview:
The full-time Construction Administrator position supports the Architectural Design Team with operational duties of the office. The position requires an individual with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, proficiency in computer programs, ability to multi-task, provide attention to detail, a high level of professionalism, and integral team player with a “can do” attitude.
Duties:
· Coordinate all architectural and consultant activities related to construction contract administration, including process sketches and permit revisions, field observations, reports, change orders and pay requests.
· Review project submittals and shop drawings.
· Review, coordinate and respond to RFIs.
· Other related activities include assist with the development and improvement of the contract administration process with emphasis on efficiency, quality assurance, quality compliance, and project closeout.
· Compile, evaluate and present feedback information related to necessary changes in construction documents.
· Attend project meetings; prepare and distribute meeting minutes as required by contract.
· Conduct on-site observations, prepare and distribute reports.
· Coordinate with the architecture/engineering team to ensure project completion complies with contract documents and applicable codes, standards and regulations.
· Review contractor’s project drawings, warranties and other post-construction submittals.
· Review construction change orders for contract conformance.
· Review contractor requests for payment.
· Communicate effectively and maintain proactive working relationship with clients and contractors.
· Some periodic regional travel should be expected.
· Background check required for some projects
Qualifications:
· 5 years minimum of experience in a construction-related field while providing construction and or design administrative support in an architectural, engineering, construction management, project management or related company.
· A Bachelors' degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.
· Knowledge of sustainable design and construction process is preferred.
· Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
· Strong knowledge of construction materials and processes.
· Have a positive attitude with a sense of humor
· Have a desire to learn while being a team member
· Be detail oriented and flexible while multitasking
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Excellent organizational skills and follow-through ability with little direct supervision
· Strong customer service skills
· Basic computer application proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD and Revit is preferred.
Benefits:
· Contributory 401(k) retirement plan with matching funds
· Health Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· Dental Insurance
· Life Insurance
· Paid Time Off
· Salary is commensurate with experience.
Please submit resumes to: email@etfc-arch.com. No phones calls please.