Construction Administrator

SIRIS; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SIRIS is a CVE-verified SDVOSB providing construction, project management, and commissioning services for federal, healthcare, and institutional clients nationwide. We seek a Construction Administrator for a VA Hospital project in Augusta, ME, reporting to the Program Manager and collaborating with VA staff to provide data and generate reports for major construction initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of construction administration experience, preferably in regulated

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset for financial and schedule data.
• Ability to review compliance and documentation.
• Leadership experience coordinating with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor project financial data, budget performance, and cost trends.
• Review construction schedules and support progress and performance evaluations.
• Assist in progress meetings and issue resolution.
• Review QA/QC documentation for compliance.
• Support claims administration and contract modifications.
• Review contractor progress against construction documents and schedules.
• Prepare analytical reports and program status documentation.
• Maintain tracking tools and reporting systems for oversight.
• Advise leadership on best practices and compliance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Scheduling

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Equivalent combinations of education and experience

Job description

SIRIS is a CVE-verified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in construction management, project management, and commissioning services for federal, healthcare, and institutional clients nationwide.

We partner with organizations delivering mission-critical infrastructure where safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance are essential. Our teams bring technical expertise, disciplined execution, and collaborative leadership to every project.

At SIRIS, we believe strong teams are built on accountability, humility, and the courage to lead when challenges arise.

Position Summary

Seeking motivated Construction Administrator to join our team at a VA Hospital in Augusta, ME. The Construction Administrator will report to the Program Manager as well as collaborate and assist VA client staff to provide data, and generate reports, as a representative for the client on major construction projects.

Who Will Succeed in This Role

This role is best suited for professionals who:

• Have supported complex construction projects within healthcare, government, or institutional environments
• Are comfortable analyzing financial, schedule, and compliance data to support program-level decisions
• Can operate independently while collaborating effectively with program leadership, clients, and contractors
• Leadership: Must possess the skillset and competence to work with and manage personnel of diverse skillsets.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor project financial data, budget performance, and cost trends
• Review construction schedules and support progress and performance evaluations
• Participate in progress meetings and support issue identification and resolution
• Review testing, inspection, and quality assurance documentation for compliance
• Support claims administration, change management, and contract modifications
• Review contractor work documentation and reported progress for conformance with construction documents and approved schedules
• Prepare analytical reports, correspondence, and program status documentation
• Maintain tracking tools and reporting systems supporting program oversight
• Advise program leadership on construction administration best practices and compliance considerations

Education & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is preferred; equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered
• A minimum of three (3) years of construction work experience may substitute for a college degree if it demonstrates the necessary competency.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in construction administration, construction management, or a closely related field
• Experience supporting regulated environments (federal, healthcare, or institutional) is highly desirable
• Candidates may be asked to provide examples or documentation of completed projects demonstrating relevant experience

The pay range for this role is:

80,000 - 100,000 USD per year (Augusta, ME)