Federal Construction Contract Administration Project ...

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If youu2019re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industryu2019s best and most innovative solution leaders, then Jacobs is where you belong. In the Federal Buildings & Infrastructure group, we are comprised of planners, architects, engineers, project managers, as well as endless specialty services to support our clients and projects.Weu2019re seeking a Construction Administration Project Manager to be based in Saint Louis, MO responsible for administering construction documentation, and a variety of management roles in specific project, business, and/or technical functions. As a member of our CCA team, you will lead Construction Administration projects consisting of multi-discipline teams of engineers and architects from client bid support through construction to beneficial occupancy and project closeout. You will primarily support federal projects for the United States Depart of Defense (DoD) clients, Federal Civilian type contracts, and various Defense Contractors with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery methods. The successful candidate will lead projects virtually with some field presence as required by project and client needs.Youu2019ll lead construction administration projects by effective, skilled project management techniques to advise the Government of construction support solutions, leveraging project success by delivering cost-effective and value-added decisions to the flow of information, delivering costs, and to the business. Youu2019ll play an integral role in forming long-term client relationships, engaging team members, and collaborating with talented resources throughout Jacobs.Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you and your teams can evolve, grow, and succeed.Responsibilities include:u2022 Responsible and accountable for assigned projects with the ability to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously and interact with others on various platforms.u2022 Demonstrate a strong understanding of construction related activities (i.e., schedules, document control, sequencing of work), have knowledge of building systems and/or architectural and engineering systems as well as communication skills to work with a variety of differing project representatives and personalities.u2022 Ability to review, comprehend, and interpret construction drawings, Division 01 specifications, General and Supplemental Conditions, agreements, technical specifications, contract documents, etc. in conjunction with the Design Team.u2022 Manage the flow of construction-related documents, including input and recording data in a web-based Construction Information System (CIS).u2022 Organize and maintain project specific CCA procedures manuals, project filing systems, and the document control system within the CIS system and corporate network drive.u2022 Coordinate and lead project related team meetings and discussions.u2022 Implement CCA processes in the analysis and review of requests for information (RFIs).u2022 Process actionable and information only submittals (i.e., shop drawings, product data, samples) for review and other aspects of the project as defined by contract language.u2022 Implement and maintain logs for recording project documentation.u2022 Track required deadlines set forth by the contract requirements and send reminder communications to the reviewing parties.u2022 Coordinate with the Regional Quality Control Manager and assist in technical document quality control and constructability reviews during the design process.u2022 Understand relationships, roles, and responsibilities of the project team related to subcontracts and subcontractors.u2022 Coordinate Base access and security requirements.u2022 When requested, support the Jacobs Design Project Manager with the development of CCA Services [i.e., Post Award Design Services (PADS) and Post Construction Award Services (PCAS)], proposal fees, and scope definition in preparation to lead these services later during construction.u2022 Successfully manage/support multiple construction projects simultaneously within Construction Administration budgets and in accordance with the contracted scope.u2022 Serve as the primary point of contact with the client Construction Manager.u2022 Build and maintain favorable working relationships as the primary contact with Clientsu2019 Design Manager, the Construction Manager, End-User group(s), and General Contractor team members during construction phase activities.u2022 Facilitate the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders during construction.u2022 Monitor and manage financial project metrics, schedules, and staffing needs for the project in Construction Administration services.u2022 Provide guidance on contract administration policies and procedures.u2022 Confer with project team to discuss and resolve project issues.u2022 Review, coordinate, and address project related correspondence by the client, design team and/or contractor as applicable to the project requirements set forth by the scope of work (SOW)/Contract.u2022 Ensure that bid addenda, Government accepted alternates, and negotiation items are incorporated and documented into the project SOW.u2022 Work closely with the A-E project team ensuring the implementation of design intent of the final approved contract documents during construction.u2022 Provide the Client and Construction Manager feedback on interpretations of contract documents.u2022 Review Contractoru2019s claims to determine their validity, support in the potential change orders (PCO process), and review schedules and/or pay applications/invoices as required by the contracted SOW.u2022 Review Contractor's compliance to closeout procedures and submittals including warranty documentation, maintenance, and operation.u2022 Assist/develop the Substantial Completion List of Correction Items list (i.e., punch list) completion observation with determination list of potential deficiencies per field reviews in conjunction with the design team representatives.u2022 Attend the General Contractors weekly or bi-weekly Quality Assurance construction progress meetings with the Client and other participants via virtual and/or on-site attendance.u2022 Make periodic visits to the site performing Field Consultations During Construction (FCDC) and generate field observation reports as to the progress, compliance, observed concerns, and quality of work.#LI-IR1 u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering preferred, but ten (10) years of demonstrated construction contract administration experience will suffice in absence of B.S./B.A. degree.u2022 Certification as a Construction Contractor Administrator (CCCA) from the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), preferred.u2022 A strong multi-discipline technical background and understanding of construction process document control, including but not limited to RFIs, Submittals, Potential Change Orders, and Schedules.u2022 In depth understanding of Contract Document drawings and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS).u2022 Knowledge and working sense of Construction Information Systems (CIS), Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and Bluebeam.u2022 Previous experience working with federal projects for DoD clients, Federal Civilian, and various Defense Contractors such as U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), and the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), preferred.u2022 Experience as a client facing Construction Administration Manager leading multiple disciplines.u2022 United States Citizenship.Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

Created: 2025-12-26