Construction Administrator

Planet Group; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

Job summary

The Planet Group is recruiting a Construction Administrator for Asheville, NC to lead municipal water and sewer project administration from pre-construction through closeout.

The ideal candidate has direct CA experience on municipal utilities, handles RFIs, submittals, change orders, and pay apps, and coordinates with municipalities, contractors, and engineers to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Direct Construction Administration (CA) on municipal utilities projects.
• Municipal water and sewer construction project experience required.
• Experience administering water/sewer construction contracts in the field.
• Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and related docs.
• Field observations/progress reporting for municipal utility projects.
• Experience working with municipalities, contractors, engineers, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts during the construction phase for municipal water/sewer projects.
• Monitor progress and ensure compliance with plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Review civil plans, specs, and docs for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, contractor correspondence, and project docs.
• Review pay applications, change orders, and cost documentation.
• Conduct site visits and prepare field observation reports.
• Maintain project schedules and progress tracking across multiple projects.
• Coordinate meetings with municipalities, contractors, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Assist with constructability reviews and identify issues impacting schedule or quality.
• Maintain organized project records and closeout documentation.

Skills

Direct CA experience

Municipal water & sewer projects

Contract administration during build

RFIs/submittals/change orders/pay apps

Site observations and reporting

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Associate degree with 4+ years construction experience or 6 years progressive experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Construction Administrator - 650535

Location: Asheville, NC

Pay Range: $65,000-$90,000 DOE

Work Hours: Monday-Friday, Full-Time

Type of Employment: Permanent Hire

Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package

Position Overview

The Planet Group has been asked to assist our client with thisimportant and immediate opportunityas they continue to grow their Asheville office.

Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Administrator (CA) to support the successful delivery of municipal utility construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Construction Administration for municipal water and sewer projects, including construction contract administration, document control, field observations, RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project closeout.

Direct Construction Administration experience in the municipal utilities sector, specifically water and sewer projects, is a MUST HAVE for this position

Candidates without this specific experience will not be considered.

The Construction Administrator will serve as a key liaison between the municipality/client, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders throughout the construction phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts throughout the construction phase of assignedmunicipal water and sewer projects.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, contract documents, and applicable municipal requirements.
• Review civil engineering plans, specifications, technical documents, and construction contract documents.
• Coordinate, review, and trackRFIs, shop drawing submittals, contractor correspondence, and project documentation.
• Review contractor pay applications, change order requests, quantity calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Perform regular construction site visits to observe water and sewer construction activities and prepare accurate field observation reports.
• Monitor contractor performance and construction progress for compliance with contract requirements.
• Coordinate and document construction progress meetings with municipalities, contractors, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
• Assist with constructability reviews and identify potential issues, conflicts, and schedule impacts.
• Maintain project schedules and monitor construction milestones and completion dates.
• Review and verify quantities, measurements, work completed, and associated project costs.
• Ensure quality control procedures are followed and properly documented.
• Maintain organized project records, correspondence, meeting minutes, inspection reports, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other construction documentation.
• Coordinate inspections, punch lists, substantial completion, final completion, and project closeout.
• Communicate effectively with municipal clients, contractors, engineers, and internal project teams.
• Manage multiple construction projects while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and documentation objectives.
• Identify and communicate potential construction, contractual, scheduling, and quality issues to the appropriate project team members.

Required Qualifications

MUST HAVE

• Direct Construction Administration (CA) experience on municipal utility projects.
• Specific experience with municipal water and sewer construction projects.
• Experience administering water and sewer construction contracts during the construction phase.
• Experience reviewing and managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, contractor pay applications, and construction documentation.
• Experience performing construction site observations and preparing field observation/progress reports for municipal utility projects.
• Experience working directly with municipalities, contractors, engineers, and other project stakeholders.

Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Associate degree with 4+ years of relevant construction experience, or a minimum of 6 years of progressive construction industry experience.
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of construction contract documents, general conditions, technical specifications, and construction administration procedures.
• Strong understanding of construction quality control and documentation requirements.
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to verify quantities, measurements, and project costs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Construction Administrator who has worked directly on municipal water and sewer infrastructure projects and understands the full construction administration process from pre-construction through final closeout.

This person should be comfortable working with municipalities, engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders and should have hands-on experience with contract administration, RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, site observations, documentation, inspections, and closeout.

We are looking for someone who can step into the role and immediately contribute to the growth of the Asheville office.

MUNICIPAL WATER AND SEWER CA EXPERIENCE IS NON-NEGOTIABLE.

About The Planet Group

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation--connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S., The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results--building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.