Construction Administrator - Mission Critical

HKS, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

22d

About The Position

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

Requirements

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred
Typically 4+ years of experience
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

Nice To Haves

Architectural Registration preferred
Sustainable design accreditation preferred

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