What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Administrator position at Thomas & Hutton?
Thomas & Hutton is a growing, well-established civil engineering firm providing consulting services throughout the southeast. We are an award-winning company that has been recognized as one of the best places to work in Georgia and South Carolina. Some of our many services include Civil, Environmental, Structural and Marine Engineering; Land Surveying; Land Planning; Landscape Architecture; Geographic Information Systems and Construction Administration.
Thomas & Hutton has an opening for a motivated and driven full-time Construction Administrator to work in Savannah, GA for our Infrastructure Construction team.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage project documentation, including contracts, drawings, specifications, and change orders.
- Review and process submittals, requests for information (RFIs), and other project-related documents.
- Maintain accurate records of project correspondence, meetings, and approvals.
- Assist in the preparation of project progress reports and financial documentation.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance with project requirements, regulations, and industry standards.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress and quality.
- Act as a liaison between the project team, contractors, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve construction-related issues in a timely manner.
- Review and approve contractor work plans and schedules
- Document and report on-site observations, deviations, and corrective actions.
- Facilitate communication and coordination among project stakeholders.
- Attend project meetings and provide updates on construction activities.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure project success.
- Address inquiries and concerns from clients, regulatory agencies, and other parties involved in the project.
- Assist with project closeout activities.
Typical Duties
- Organize and maintain project files and records.
- Track project schedules and milestones.
- Assist in the preparation of bid packages and contract documents.
- Monitor project budgets and expenses.
- Coordinate meetings and communications with project stakeholders.
- Conduct site inspections and document observations.
- Verify compliance with project plans and specifications.
- Address field issues and facilitate resolutions.
- Coordinate inspections by regulatory agencies.
- Provide technical assistance and support to contractors and subcontractors.
- Prepare meeting agendas and minutes.
- Communicate project status and issues to stakeholders.
- Coordinate responses to requests for information.
- Mediate disputes and conflicts among project participants.
- Foster positive relationships with clients and project team members
Minimum Requirements
- 5 years of environmental construction administration/management experience
- Valid driver’s license
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience will be considered.
Skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in document management software.
- Familiarity with environmental construction contracts and specifications.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of environmental construction methods and techniques.
- Familiarity with environmental construction safety standards and regulations.
- Ability to interpret environmental construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
- Customer service orientation and client-focused approach.
Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace & E-Verify Participant
Thomas & Hutton’s Mission Statement, “Relationships and Solutions for Success” describes not only our unwavering commitment to clients but also our commitment to the success, both professionally and personally, of our employees. Thomas & Hutton was named to the Best Places to Work in South Carolina and Georgia by SCBIZ and Georgia Trend, and named One of the best Civil Engineering firms to work for by CE News/Zweig White. What makes Thomas & Hutton a great place to work? Opportunities for professional development, strong benefits and compensation packages, a commitment to make our communities better for future generations, a family-oriented culture, and our reputation as a firm with extremely knowledgeable professionals who serve as trusted advisors to our clients. Visit www.thomasandhutton.com to learn more.
Some of our many benefits include:
- Superior Health, Dental, Vision, and Rx Insurance Programs
- Condensed work schedule
- Generous base compensation and bonus plan
- Retirement Plans
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Thomas & Hutton University - On-site provider of professional development hours and continuing education credits
- College tuition reimbursement programs (Graduate & Undergraduate)
- In-house Up and Ready Civil 3D Software Training Program
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
If you want to view the EEO is the Law poster, please choose your language: English – Spanish – Arabic - Chinese
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan