Contracts Administrator - Construction jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering, and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Construction Administrator. This position is responsible for assisting the project teams through the development of construction documents checking quality and code compliance and leading the project team through the Construction Administration phase of work. This position assists Project Managers in the construction administration responsibilities of large and complex projects.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Expectations

• Assist the Project Manager in the review of pay applications, change proposals, and change orders.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to maintain track of all project construction schedules and ensure compliance with all timeframes and maintain regular visits to construction sites.
• Monitor an effective construction quality control program and ensure compliance with all construction regulations and prepare required documents and establish the quality of all construction work for all projects.
• Assist contractors to evaluate all contract documents and prepare reports for any deficiencies in projects and ensure adherence to all design and construction regulations.
• Document all construction activities and evaluate the progress of all projects and monitor all requests and participate in various construction progress meetings and maintain records for all construction procedures.
• Assist with the management of all project submittals and track the review process through the office to ensure timely response/return to the contractor. This includes review of submittals, appropriate knowledge of project requirements, and timely return.
• Manage all RFI’s and track processes through the office to ensure timely response/return to the contractor. This includes a review of the RFI response, prior to return, to ensure the response is appropriate and complete.
• Reviews construction documents for quality with applicable codes prior to release.
• Review documents to determine conformance with established firm practices and standards.
• Performs on-site inspections of building construction to ensure compliance with current structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical codes; verifies construction according to approved plans. Coordinate site visits for various disciplines.
• Communicate construction progress back to the design team.
• Communicate project issues or questions back to the design team for their assistance in issue resolution.
• Participate in the in-house quality review process to ensure bidding documents are complete and coordinated as well as to improve familiarity with the project.

• Bachelor’s Degree in architectural profession preferred or;
• Ten plus years of experience in the architectural profession with experience in Code Compliance, Construction Administration, and Quality Document Review.
• A well-rounded knowledge of the architecture profession and workflow.

• Knowledge of current construction techniques, materials, and practices used by the construction industry, and the ability to read, interpret, and apply other applicable codes and pertinent standards, ordinances, and regulations.
• REVIT experience/AutoCad software knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, PlanGride, ProCore, etc.

• National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals.
• Industry-leading total compensation (paid overtime, performance bonuses, profit sharing).
• Work-Life Balance program providing six additional holidays per year.
• Paid community service hours.
• Annual team training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm.

TowerPinkster is a multi-discipline architecture, engineering, and interior design firm committed to integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 200 of the best employees in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies, and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. In 2023, TowerPinkster was recognized as one of 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation by the National Association of Business Resources and voted one of the Best Firms to Work for by Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities, and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster's exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it!
 

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