Construction Administrator

The Construction Administrator (CA) is responsible for overseeing the construction phase of architectural projects to ensure design intent, quality, 

schedule, and budget are maintained. This position requires strong technical expertise, a deep 

understanding of construction processes, and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, 

contractors, consultants, and design teams. The ideal candidate brings at least 10 years of 

professional experience in architectural construction administration, including managing 

complex institutional or commercial projects.

A. Education 

1. Professional Degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) preferred.

2. Alternative backgrounds (Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or 

related fields) can also work if paired with strong CA experience.

B. Construction Oversight

1. Lead and manage the construction administration phase for multiple projects 

concurrently.

2. Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, assess conformance with contract 

documents, and document field conditions.

3. Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and substitution requests in 

coordination with project architects and consultants.

4. Maintain detailed field reports, photographic documentation, and correspondence logs.

5. Manage and track construction issues, changes, and resolutions in real time.

6. Communication & Coordination

7. Serve as the primary liaison between the architect, client, contractor, and consultants 

during construction.

8. Facilitate weekly OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings, preparing agendas and 

distributing minutes.

9. Communicate field issues promptly and provide proactive solutions to maintain schedule 

and quality.

10. Coordinate and review punch lists, substantial completion documentation, and closeout 

requirements.

C. Technical Expertise

1. Interpret and apply building codes, specifications, and construction standards.

2. Evaluate contractor change proposals, pay applications, and field change directives for 

compliance with design and contract requirements.

3. Contribute to lessons learned sessions and help refine the firm’s CA standards, 

templates, and workflows.

4. Utilize digital platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC Build), Procore, or 

Bluebeam Studio for documentation and communication.

5. Demonstrate familiarity with SCO procedures, Interscope project management, and 

public bidding and contracting requirements.

D. Mentorship & Leadership

1. Support and mentor junior staff on CA best practices, field documentation, and technical 

coordination.

2. Represent the firm professionally in client and public settings.

3. Collaborate with project managers to manage CA budgets, hours, and staffing 

allocations