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Construction Administrator - Mission Critical

Construction Administrator - Mission Critical

HKS, IncPhoenix, AZ, US
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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

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    If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal

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