Construction Administrator - Mission Critical
HKS - San Francisco, CA
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Construction Administrator - Mission Critical page is loaded## Construction Administrator - Mission Criticallocations: San Franciscotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: 2025-02995**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 and maintains current documents using HKS’ document management software* Effectively communicates with designers to gain understanding of design intent* Coordinates with design team, issues required document revisions and communicates legal ramifications of changes to the contract documents during construction phase* 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* Interprets results of laboratory tests and implements the necessary course of action required by test results* Applies knowledge of the effect of atmospheric conditions on building materials and components during and after construction, to include the practice of quality assurance* 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* Provides feedback about issues for improvements (constructability, material appropriateness, clarity, function, equipment coordination, etc.) to project team* 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* Resolves issues with inspectors and other authorities having jurisdiction while maintaining current knowledge of applicable codes and regulations for project* Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines* May be responsible for preparing and/or reviewing meeting minutes for consultant coordination meetings* Travel will be required**Qualifications:****Education and Experience*** Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred* Typically 4+ years of experience**Licenses and Certifications*** Architectural Registration preferred* Sustainable design accreditation preferred**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**Advanced – *expert-level experience, knowledge or skills*Intermediate – *experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work*Basic – *familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and may perform elementary functions depending on role** Advanced skills in Bluebeam required* Intermediate experience with Navisworks required* Basic skills in Revit required* Advanced skills in MS Office Suite required* Basic skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign required* Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required* Intermediate knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement and Architect-Consultant Agreements required* Advanced experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy required* Advanced presentation, graphic and visualization skills to communicate ideas required* Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems and accessibility guidelines required* Advanced ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents required* Advanced knowledge of materials, construction techniques, building codes and QA/QC process required* Intermediate ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing required* Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required* Advanced ability to work and collaborate in a team environment required* Intermediate ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required* Intermediate ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required#LI-KT1If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the **Internal Careers Portal**.HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran### Make Your Search Easier!We recommend selecting the location and/or country before selecting a job title when performing a search. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-21