Construction Administrator / Construction Project Manager
Senior Construction Administrator | Architecture & Design Firm | Los Angeles, CA
A well-established, employee-owned architecture and design firm is seeking a Senior Construction Administrator to join its Los Angeles team. This is an opportunity to take a lead role during the construction phase of impactful community-focused projects across sectors such as healthcare, education, and civic work.
This position is ideal for a professional with strong experience in construction administration, contract documentation, field coordination, and stakeholder management. The Senior Construction Administrator will serve as a key on-site representative during construction, working closely with clients, contractors, consultants, agencies, and internal project teams to ensure projects are executed according to contract documents, applicable codes, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead construction administration efforts throughout the construction phase
- Review and manage RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, pay applications, and related documentation
- Conduct site visits and field observations to monitor quality, compliance, and design intent
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and agencies to resolve project issues
- Evaluate construction costs, change requests, and value engineering opportunities
- Track project issues through resolution and support successful project closeout
- Serve as a primary client and stakeholder contact during construction
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in architecture, construction administration, construction management, or a related field
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent experience may be considered
- Licensed Architect preferred, ideally in California
- Strong understanding of construction methods, contract administration, building codes, and regulatory requirements
- Experience reviewing construction documents, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and pay applications
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and support successful project delivery
Why This Opportunity
- Join an employee-owned firm with a strong mission-driven culture
- Work on meaningful healthcare, education, and civic projects that positively impact communities
- Hybrid schedule with remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays
- Alternating Fridays off
- Strong benefits package including base salary, bonus potential, equity, 401k, medical/dental/vision, wellness support, and professional development resources
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