Construction Administrator - Mission Critical
HKS, Inc
Seattle, WA
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Accounting, Accounting Policies, Adobe Acrobat, Architectural Engineering, Architectural Services, AutoCAD, Best Practices, Budgeting, Building Codes, Building Systems, Business Development, Business Processes, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Construction, Construction Administration, Construction Engineering, Consulting, Contract Requirements, EEO Regulations, Editing, Environmental Design, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Marketing, Microsoft Office, Policy Implementation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Control, Reporting Skills, Request for Information (RFI), Requirements Management, Requirements Validation/Verification, Research Skills, Sales Prospecting, Staff Requirements, State Laws and Regulations, Sustainability, System Architecture, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Writing
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
22 days ago
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
Effectively communicates with designers to gain understanding of design intent
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
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
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
Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process
Collaborates in delivering a project on defined budget requirements
Responsible for the financial implications of overhead and chargeable time, including accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate
Supports the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules
Qualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred
Architectural Registration preferred
Typically 4+ years of experience
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Experience with architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, 3D modeling software Newforma and PDF-editing software preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement and Architect-Consultant Agreements
Knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines and QA/QC process
Knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents
Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Base Salary Range: $88-110k - Seattle location only
The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the Seattle location only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.
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HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
HKS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and committed to a policy of non-discrimination in all employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, advancement, compensation, and termination. HKS’ policies, including its Affirmative Action Programs, are designed to not only ensure legal compliance with state and federal anti-discrimination and retaliation laws, but to carry out the principles of equal employment opportunities in all job categories. Deliberate and conscious effort is made to make employment decisions that are consistent with these equal employment opportunity principles. HKS will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status or disability; and ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. Employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination for filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance evaluation or hearing, opposing and/or exercising any other right made unlawful by Executive Order 11246, Sections 503 and 38 USC 4212, as amended, or their implementing regulations, or any other Federal, State or local laws requiring equal opportunity.
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