Construction Administration Representative

Description

SeamonWhiteside is in search of an ambitious and talented professional to serve as a Construction Administration Representative in our growing Greenville, SC and Spartanburg, SC office’s.

The Construction Administration Representative will focus on providing field and administrative support for the construction administration team for civil site projects that include single family and multi-family residential development, commercial development, and institutional projects. 

About Us

Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW , we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing.

With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sectors, including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high-end resort, and parks and recreation projects.

With over 200 employees and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, SC, as well as Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, SW inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, “Elevating the site design experience.” Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities.

In addition, company-sponsored events such as golf tournaments, sports teams, and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors, provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.

Requirements

• Education: Associate Degree or 0-4 years experience and/or combination of education and experience. 
• Experience: 0-6 years’ experience

Key Responsibilities: 

• Attend Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) pre-construction meetings and site visits with senior CA employees
• Prepare SWPPP notebooks
• Perform weekly SWPPP inspections including preparation of reports
• Understand SWPPP plans and answer field related questions
• Assist construction administration team in problem solving and troubleshooting issues arising in the field
• Oversee installation, testing and inspections of site infrastructure systems and prepare field and testing reports
• Review sewer and drainage videos and report findings to CA team
• SW file management and project organization
• Coordinate directly with Clients and Contractors on project requirements, expectations, deliverables, agency regulations, scheduling and project deadlines
• Coordinate with Owner and Contractor installation schedule of dry utilities
• Assist Project Managers in the review of site work bids from Contractors related to civil design projects 
• Attend Project Coordination meetings with Clients, team members, government agencies, and Contractors
• Fully process Contractor’s applications 

Desired Skills: 

• Certified Erosion Professional and Sediment Control (CEPSC) certification
• Basic AutoCAD drafting skills to the extent of making simple civil details
• Basic knowledge and understanding of civil engineering design plans
• Ability to understand SWPPP plans and answer field related questions
• Ability to complete project related tasks in a timely manner
• Understanding of project and construction scheduling, project budgets and project deliverables
• Basic knowledge and understanding of project proposals (scope of work, permitting process, project budget, and project schedule)
• Coordinate directly with Clients and Contractors on project requirements, expectations, deliverables, agency regulations, scheduling and project deadlines
• Ability to coordinate with outside consultants involved in the project (Surveyors, Traffic Consultants, Architects, Geotechnical Engineers, MEP Engineers, Wetland Consultants, Arborist, etc.)
• Knowledge of necessary permitting processes for projects across multiple different jurisdictions
• Ability to develop skills related to client contact and effective business development 
• Understanding of project technical specifications
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills 
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels 
• Ability to be both creative and analytical
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple project tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to mentor fellow team members
• Involvement in companywide strategic initiates and committees

SW Benefits

• Flexible schedule (Work/Life Balance)
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 100% Company paid Dental, STD, LTD, and Term Life Insurance
• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Vision, Voluntary Term Life, Accidental, Critical Illness, Allstate Term to 100 Life Insurance, and Nationwide Pet Insurance.
• 401K with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Program

For more information on our company and benefits, please visit our website at www.Seamonwhiteside.com

SeamonWhiteside is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.