Construction Contract Administrator

Description

Job Description Summary: The Construction Contract Administrator is responsible for monitoring construction contracts, preparing progress reports, coordinating schedules, and acting as a liaison between MKA, contractors, and client representatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Effective communication between design teams, contractors, authorities having jurisdiction, and client representatives
• Work closely with the MKA business development team in marketing strategies and maintaining client relationships
• Provide relevant experience to teams developing construction contract documents
• Management of the firm’s construction contract administration responsibilities for projects during the construction phase
• Provide on-site observations to evaluate completion and performance of construction
• Review and assist in the development and managing of project budgets
• Participate in the resolution of construction issues
• Prepare documentation and reports of site visits and construction meetings
• Review and be cognizant of construction Submittal and Request for Information (RFI) comments
• Work closely with both the architectural and engineering staff in response and resolution of RFI and change order requests
• Coordinate and participate in substantial and final inspections of work to verify completion of construction contracts
• Coordinate and conduct post occupancy evaluations of projects.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) in construction management, architectural or engineering related program.
• Relevant work experience in the construction industry or construction administrative field
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite. Knowledge in MS Project, scheduling, and CAD software a plus.
• Familiarity and ability to read, interpret, and understand construction contract documents, drawings and specifications.
• Ability to support multiple projects and people simultaneously.
• Possess strong mathematical aptitude for reviewing contract quantities and costs, change orders and pay applications.
• Ability to travel to work sites frequently, work in loud environments, walk in rugged terrain, and stand multiple hours at a time.