Construction Administrator

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee-Owned

401(k) with immediate vesting – strong

Health & Wellness coverage

Life insurance & AD&D

Disability protection

Flexible schedules

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO & company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking a Construction Administrator to bridge owners, designers, and contractors from NTP through final inspection. You will keep documentation tight, coordinate rapid decisions, and ensure work aligns with plans and specs.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and has multiple years in construction and A/E settings, with strong communication and organizational skills. This is a full-time on-site role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR 5 years of construction experience.
• Experience managing projects in the A/E industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication, documentation, and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts and documentation through full construction phase (submittals, RFIs, change orders, pay apps, inspections).
• Serve as primary day-to-day contact between contractor and design team; coordinate decisions with owners.
• Evaluate contractor proposals, bids, schedules, and changes; advise design team and owner.
• Ensure compliance with owner-architect agreements and field execution.
• Review plans to coordinate design intent with construction means/methods; resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct regular site visits; document observations and progress with trade partners.
• Coordinate start-up and commissioning touchpoints; track issues to closure.
• Attend owner/contractor meetings; capture action items and follow through.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At SSR, we're more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm- we're a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other-driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

Want to hear directly from our team? Visit http://www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr and explore our culture on LinkedIn and Instagram.

What You'll Do

As a Construction Administrator, you'll be the hub between owners, designers, and contractors during construction-making sure work conforms to the plans and specifications, coordinating decisions quickly, and keeping documentation tight from NTP through final inspection and start-up.

• Administer contracts and documentation through the full construction phase-includingsubmittals, RFIs, change orders, pay apps, final inspection, and start-up.
• Serve as primary day-to-day contact between contractor and design team; coordinate promptdecisions with owners' representatives.
• Assist in evaluation of contractor proposals, bids, estimates, schedules, and change orders; advise the design team and owner on needed decisions.
• Maintain current knowledge of owner-architect agreements and any additional serviceagreements; ensure compliance in field execution.
• Review plans and specifications to coordinate design intent and construction means/methods;flag discrepancies and drive resolution.
• Perform regular site visits to discuss activities, progress, and issues with superintendents andtrade partners; document observations.
• Coordinate start-up and commissioning touchpoints with the client and contractor;communicate issues and track to closure.
• Attend owner/contractor meetings; provide updates, capture action items, and follow throughon deliverables.
• Meet with state, city, and county officials for construction review and code adherence asnecessary.
• Help resolve conflicts with suppliers and contractors; escalates unusual conditions to the design team and owners' reps and facilitate solutions.
• Review contractor and supplier pay applications for accuracy and conformance with progressand contract terms.
• Ensure applicable quality procedures are executed timely on assigned projects; promote lessonslearned and continuous improvement.

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline and threeyears of experience OR five years of experience in construction and applicable design
• Experience managing projects in the A/E industry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of engineering theories/methodologies, project approach, and system design;understanding of interrelationships among key disciplines.
• Experience with multi-disciplined construction systems and projects; working knowledge ofapplicable codes and regulations.
• Communication strengths: clear writing, strong speech clarity, and active listening to representdiverse viewpoints accurately.
• Detail-oriented with sound judgment, problem solving, and decision-making; highly organizedwith strong follow-through.

What We Offer

• 100% Employee-Owned - Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-funded HSAcontributions for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection - Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no costto you.
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid companyholidays.
• Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affi...

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