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Construction Administrator
HMC ArchitectsConstruction Administrator supporting HMC Architects’ healthcare, education, and civic projects through bidding, construction, and closeout. Coordinating contractors, consultants, documentation, field observations, costs, and compliance.
Posted 8/5/2026full-timeSacramento • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $85,065 - $127,281 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in construction administration, including managing documentation, coordinating with consultants and contractors, and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. Proficient in project management practices, including cost estimating, scheduling, and effective communication with clients and stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Construction AdministrationBuilding Code KnowledgeCPM SchedulingDocumentation Systems ProficiencyLicensed Architect
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Hard Skills
Construction DocumentationCost EstimatingField ObservationsChange Order ManagementSpecification WritingPlan ReviewRFI ManagementShop Drawing ReviewQuality ControlRisk Management
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsHighly OrganizedDetail-OrientedAbility to Manage Multiple PrioritiesMentoring Junior Staff
Certifications & Qualifications
Licensed ArchitectCalifornia Architect License
Industry Keywords
Construction Administration ProcessesBuilding CodesRegulationsConsultant CoordinationContract ManagementClient CommunicationProject CloseoutField Conditions VerificationNon-Compliance DocumentationChange Documentation
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support bidding and construction administration from contract award through project closeout
- Respond to construction questions, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and change documentation
- Prepare and review meeting minutes, field reports, instruction bulletins, change orders, and professional correspondence
- Conduct field observations and document non-compliance, construction changes, and potential defects
- Track construction issues through resolution and communicate concerns to the PIC and client
- Review documents prior to bidding for quality, coordination, and constructability
- Coordinate architectural documents with consultant drawings and specifications
- Apply building code concepts including accessibility, life safety, and egress requirements
- Coordinate with government agencies and utility providers during construction
- Review cost estimates, pay applications, and change order requests; assist with value analysis
- Participate in cost estimating and CPM schedule coordination
- Verify existing field conditions prior to and during construction
- Monitor construction progress for conformance with contract documents and design intent
- Support project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, change orders, and closeout documentation
- Maintain primary or shared client contact during construction and ensure follow-through
- Assist with proposals, interviews, and consultant fee negotiations as needed
- Support supervision and mentoring of junior staff and coordinate work assignments
- Review and improve CA procedures, logs, and systems for efficiency and risk management
- Adhere to firm standards, procedures, and workplace values
Requirements
What you’ll need- College degree in Architecture or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in architecture or the construction industry, equivalent to a Project Manager level
- Licensed Architect preferred; California license a plus
- Strong understanding of construction administration processes and documentation
- Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and plan review requirements
- Familiarity with CPM scheduling processes
- Experience reviewing submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and construction change documentation
- Ability to write and edit specifications and professional correspondence
- Strong understanding of construction practices, systems, testing, and inspection requirements
- Experience coordinating with consultants, contractors, and agencies
- Proficiency with documentation systems and office practice standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Benefits
Comp & perks- Employee ownership after one year, receiving company-provided shares at no cost
- Volunteerism through the Designing Futures Foundation
- Flexible work arrangements
- Company-paid wellness courses
- On-site gyms at select locations
- Access to financial advisors
- Discounts to wellness platforms and gyms
- LinkedIn Learning access
- Business development training
- Supportive mentorship
- Company-paid ARE study materials
- Company-paid exam fees
- Licensure completion bonuses
- Base salary, bonus, equity, and 401(k)
- Student loan repayments
- Wellness programs
- Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Time off and holidays above industry standard
- Remote work Mondays and Fridays