What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Administrator position at SFCS?
As a collaborative and innovative center of design excellence, SFCS is dedicated to defining the next generation of Living, Learning, and Healing Environments. Our family-oriented culture is built on providing an exceptional employment experience while delivering extraordinary service to our clients. From our offices in North Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, we specialize in the planning and design of senior living, education, healthcare, and government facilities nationwide.
SFCS is seeking a Construction Administrator to join our Charlotte, North Carolina office. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with architects, engineers, interior designers, contractors, and clients while supporting projects throughout the construction phase across a variety of market sectors.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced, mid-level, construction administration professional who enjoys collaborating with project teams, solving challenges in the field, and ensuring projects are constructed in accordance with the design intent and contract documents. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service throughout the construction process.
Qualifications
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced, mid-level, construction administration professional who enjoys collaborating with project teams, solving challenges in the field, and ensuring projects are constructed in accordance with the design intent and contract documents. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service throughout the construction process.
Qualifications
- Certificate, associate's degree, or bachelor's degree in Building Construction, Architecture, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Experience in construction administration within an architectural, engineering, or construction environment.
- Experience supporting commercial, healthcare, senior living, education, government, multifamily, or other institutional projects.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, project specifications, and AIA contract documents, including AIA A201 General Conditions.
- CCCA (Certified Construction Contract Administrator) certification is preferred.
- Experience utilizing Newforma, Bluebeam, or similar construction administration software is preferred.
- Strong written, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and project teams.
- Willingness and ability to travel moderately to frequently in support of project site visits, construction meetings, and client needs.
Responsibilities
- Manage construction administration activities for assigned projects from notice to proceed through project closeout.
- Review and process Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, shop drawings, change orders, construction change directives, proposal requests, architectural supplemental instructions, and related project documentation.
- Perform site observations and monitor construction progress to verify compliance with design intent and contract documents.
- Meet regularly with owners, contractors, consultants, and project teams to support successful project delivery.
- Maintain project logs and documentation, ensuring timely tracking of correspondence and construction activities.
- Review contractor applications for payment and assist with evaluating project progress.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, interior designers, and contractors to resolve construction-related issues.
- Maintain accurate project documentation utilizing Newforma, Bluebeam, and other project management tools.
- Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal team members throughout all phases of construction.
- Stay current with construction practices, building codes, contract administration procedures, and industry best practices.
Why SFCS?
At SFCS, you will have the opportunity to support projects that shape communities and improve lives while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. We are committed to investing in our employees through mentorship, professional development, and a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and work-life balance.
Whether you are strengthening your construction administration expertise, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, or supporting exceptional project delivery, SFCS provides the resources, mentorship, and project experience to help you achieve your career goals.
Benefits
SFCS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
At SFCS, you will have the opportunity to support projects that shape communities and improve lives while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. We are committed to investing in our employees through mentorship, professional development, and a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and work-life balance.
Whether you are strengthening your construction administration expertise, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, or supporting exceptional project delivery, SFCS provides the resources, mentorship, and project experience to help you achieve your career goals.
Benefits
SFCS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Professional membership and certification assistance
- Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus opportunity
- Flexible and family-oriented work environment
SFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.