What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Administrator (CM-CA) position at SIRIS?
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATOR- MAJOR HEALTHCARE GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS
Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 / year
Project Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job Type: Full-Time-Onsite
We are seeking a motivated Construction Administrator to join our team at SIRIS to support a construction program for the Electronic Health Record Modernization infrastructure upgrade at the VA Medical Center in Chicago, IL. The Construction Administrator will report to the Program Manager as well as collaborate and assist VA client staff to provide data, and generate reports, as a representative for the client on major construction projects.
Responsibilities:
CM/CA will be a part of a team of professionals and act as the Owner's Representative role on these programs from design through construction and closeout. CM/CA will be required to learn and integrate our companys best practices related to project delivery, budget, schedule, quality and operations in the healthcare environment. CM/CA will act as an advisor/liaison with the client (user groups, design team, contractors, and facility engineering representatives). The CM services will be used to support traditional Design-Bid-Build and Design/Build contracts. A summary of the major tasks is below.
Pre-Design/Design Phase
i. Scheduling
ii. Planning
iii. Value Engineering
iv. Market Analysis
v. Constructability and Phasing Review
Construction Period Phase
i. Establishing temporary field offices
ii. Monitoring project financial data and budgetary cost accounting
iii. Construction Phase scheduling
iv. Progress Meetings
v. Assisting in issue resolution.
vi. Testing and Inspection Services
vii. Commissioning
viii. Performing additional construction-related services
ix. Claims Analysis and Resolution Services
Qualifications:
- Licensing: None
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in both design and construction.
- Knowledge: Able to quickly understand and master
- Requirements of local state and federal jurisdictions in relation to the Projects.
- Construction Contract Documents including Front End and Technical Specifications and drawings to readily understand and assess requirements.
- Working knowledge of engineering services, building codes budgeting and scheduling to lead the projects success.
Preferred Qualifications
- Leadership: Must possess the ability to collaborate and integrate with other professionals
- Building construction experience
- Experience with Healthcare and Federal projects.
- Licensed engineer (PE or EIT)
- CCM, PMP certifications
ABOUT SIRIS
SIRIS, LLC is a CVE-verified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing construction management, project management, project controls, and commissioning services for complex capital projects nationwide. Inspired by the leadership legacy of Cyrus the Great, SIRIS is built on ethical leadership, disciplined execution, and strong teams.
We support clients across the federal, healthcare, cultural, hospitality, and special purpose entity sectors, delivering work in active, high-visibility, and mission-critical environments. Our teams are trusted to manage projects that matter.
At SIRIS, we focus on building people as intentionally as we build projects. We foster a collaborative, accountable culture where professionals are empowered, supported, and challenged to grow.
OUR MISSION
To multiply the impact of our clients by bringing the vision of their capital projects and programs to life.
WHY JOIN SIRIS
- Veteran-led, values-driven organization
- Meaningful work on complex, high-impact projects
- Strong leadership, mentorship, and team support
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Culture rooted in integrity, service, and accountability
JOB BENEFITS FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000