Architectural Construction Administrator

Pope Design Group is seeking a passionate, ambitious and thoughtful Architectural Construction Administrator that seeks to make a positive and impactful difference in our community through the spaces we create.

This position will provide an opportunity to collaborate with integrated design teams on a variety of project types that include multi-family and affordable housing, senior living, commercial, community and industrial projects of various sizes and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Be the prime liaison, during Construction Administration phase, between Pope Design Group and the General Contractor and client/owner.
• Participate in QA/QC review process.
• Attend in-person and virtual construction meetings.
• Perform construction site visits and prepare field reports.
• Review and interpret construction documents.
• Make recommendations and consult client/owner on all issues related to project construction.
• Develop and issue sketches related to field conditions and issues; coordinate the work with consultants and the project team.
• Process, review and respond to RFIs, Submittals, and client communication as required.
• Resolve design problems which arise during construction.
• Assist in the evaluation of value engineering solutions.
• Review bid qualifications.
• Coordinate ASIs to the contract documents.
• Monitor, review and process closeout submittals.
• Review Change Orders and Payment Applications.
• Travel approximately 10 – 25% (within the US).

Client Interface

• The project team all work together on developing a positive relationship of trust with our clients and fostering a commitment to external and internal client service.
• You may regularly communicate with clients to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews and delivery of final presentation.
• May work with Project Manager and client to confirm objectives and formulate options; may prepare and conduct design and technical presentations for team and/or clients and may participate in marketing efforts.
• May assist with project pursuit and client management.

Skills, Experience & Competencies

• Architecture license preferred, but not required. Minimum of 10+ years of experience.
• Experience in all phases of architecture, with an emphasis on the Construction Administration phase.
• In-depth knowledge of building materials, detailing, construction techniques and building codes.
• Provide attention to detail, good organizational skills, excellent follow-through skills, can juggle multiple tasks and multiple priorities as well as consistently meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in the use of Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bluebeam experience is not necessary but is a plus.
• Knowledge of Procore and other construction management software is preferred.