Construction Administrator Architect

Job Title: Construction Administrator Architect Job Description We are seeking a trusted leader in construction administration who provides technical guidance and client advisory support on complex healthcare, laboratory, and renovation projects. This role demands strong judgment, clear communication, and a collaborative mindset to navigate codes, building systems, and construction challenges. You will play a key role in delivering quality outcomes, supporting clients, and upholding our values of service, innovation, and teamwork. Responsibilities + Manage construction phase activities for multiple healthcare, laboratory, and renovation projects, including site meetings, submittals, RFIs, and pay application reviews. + Serve as a primary point of coordination between owners, contractors, and the design team to support project goals, schedules, and quality standards. + Apply working knowledge of building codes, accessibility requirements, and building systems to resolve construction issues and support field decisions. + Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs for compliance with contract documents, design intent, and quality expectations. + Perform site visits and field observations, document findings, and communicate issues clearly to the project team. + Monitor scope changes, substitutions, and construction impacts; coordinate with the project manager on additional services and cost implications. + Support change management, including change orders, construction change directives, and payment applications. + Foster collaboration across disciplines and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors. + Mentor team members, encourage a positive project environment, and contribute to talent development. + Support business development efforts through client engagement, proposal support, and participation in interviews as needed. Essential Skills + Proficiency in Revit Architecture and construction administration. + Strong background in architecture and project management. + Experience in data entry, project coordination, and renovation construction administration. + Ability to manage clients, consultants, and overall projects. + Knowledge of change orders and RFIs. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Must be local + Eligibility to work in the US. + Basic understanding of codes and ADA. + Client interfacing personality. + 8+ years of experience in related fields. Work Environment The role requires visiting project sites in Northern Virginia at least once a week. Otherwise, you will work in the office or remotely. We offer a plan to offset the costs of licenses and provide additional compensation for parking benefits if needed. SCHEDULE A CALL with a Recruiter: Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, DC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $58.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Washington,DC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-04-09