Construction Administrator
Position Overview
Architectural Construction Administrator (CA) works under the direction of the Director of Operations or Principal Architects managing the production of working drawings for all construction and project types.
Functions of Position
- Participate in weekly Design Group staff meetings. Attend project OAC meetings and any additional relevant project meetings that pertain to constructability issues.
- Assistance with projects as a TEAM including helping with targeted deadlines while using firm tools and software.
- Review project documents to anticipate any missing information including design details and company standards, code compliance and constructability.
- Document all issues when required i.e., RFI’s, Submittals, ASI’s, project photos and field reports.
- Collaboration and interaction with LGE Design Group (DG) coworkers, consultants and owners.
- Collaborate with project teams and LGE Design Build (DB) on project details.
Required Attributes
MOST important is TEAM spirit! Ability to multi-task; can work within a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated, organized and communicates clearly.
Must be able to focus on and pay close attention to detail of projects and effectively deliver and meet deadlines on scheduled whenever possible.
Knowledge of Revit, pertaining to its integration with contract documents; a high level of knowledge of Excel, Word, Bluebeam and Procore.
Understanding of local zoning, building codes and systems, energy codes, ADA requirements, construction documents, construction administration and related procedures. Able to review complete sets of construction documents and identify drawing and design issues and provide resolutions to resolve and effectively coordinate with the entire team and jurisdiction to provide approvals for permits to construction. Help maintain the project process and communications with adjoining departments. Must have firsthand experience in creation and implementation of processes and protocols. Must be able to effectively communicate with construction, estimating, consultants and jurisdictions, etc.
Reporting
Report directly to the Director of Operations or Principal Architects.
Evaluation
An annual review by the Architectural Principal, peers, and related company staff will be used as part of the evaluation. The above functions of the position will be used as a basis of the evaluation, and interaction of the individual with the TEAM and company as a whole. Evidence of how you demonstrate company values. Lastly, each person’s individual goals will be discussed and how the firm and the job tasks throughout the year can assist in those goals.