Construction Administration Coordinator

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Construction Administration Coordinator to support project managers with documentation workflows during the bidding and construction phases. The role is full-time and involves coordinating submittals, RFIs, and change orders while ensuring timely communication with teams and clients.

Responsibilities include QA/QC, maintaining project records, and providing general administrative support to project teams.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with the construction industry.
• 4 years of administrative experience in an architectural, engineering, or construction firm.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with document workflows during the Construction Administration phase of design projects.
• Coordinate submittal and RFI workflows across multiple platforms for accurate logging, routing, and tracking within the firm’s project management system.
• Monitor review timelines and follow up with project team members to ensure timely completion and response to project documentation.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, balancing priorities to support timely document coordination and delivery.
• Prepare and review change orders and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date project documentation within firm systems.
• Prepare project reports to monitor construction phase progress.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Building Relationships

Communication

Planning & Time Management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Construction Administration Coordinator

Construction Management/Inspection – Facilities

Virginia Beach, VA

Full‑Time

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients – while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Position summary: The Construction Administration Coordinator supports project managers by ensuring project documentation is accurately processed, tracked, and communicated throughout the bidding and construction phases.

Compensation for this position is $24.00 – $29.00 an hour, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Support Project Managers with document workflows during the Construction Administration phase of design projects.
• Coordinate submittal and RFI workflows across multiple platforms for accurate logging, routing, and tracking within the firm’s project management system.
• Monitor review timelines and follow up with project team members to ensure timely completion and response to project documentation.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, balancing priorities to support timely document coordination and delivery.
• Track and support the review of change order proposals and prepare change orders.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date project documentation within firm systems.
• Prepare project reports to support monitoring of construction phase progress.
• Support construction meetings, including coordination and documentation as needed.
• Communicate with project teams, clients, and contractors to facilitate timely document flow and responses.
• Provide general administrative and project support for Project Managers and project teams.
• Perform QA/QC checks to ensure project documentation is accurate, complete, and consistent with project requirements.

Nonessential functions and responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Attention to Detail and Quality Service
• Building Relationships and Teamwork
• Communication
• Planning and Organizing / Time Management

Qualifications Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Familiarity with construction industry
• 4 years of administrative experience in an architectural, engineering, or construction firm

Qualifications Preferred:

• Associate or bachelor’s Degree in a business/accounting/finance‑related field
• Certified Design Firm Administrator (CDFA)
• Construction Documents Technologist (CDT)
• Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA)

Working Conditions:

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.