Construction Administrator

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

PTO & Paid Holidays

Travel Reimbursement

Professional development support

Certification assistance

Profit-sharing bonus opportunity

Flexible and family-oriented work

Job summary

The Axel Group is seeking an experienced Construction Administrator to join our Mecklenburg County, North Carolina team. This role supports projects through construction, coordinating with owners, contractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure design intent and contract requirements are met.

It is field-oriented and requires strong organizational skills and clear communication. The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years overseeing design and construction, experience across institutional

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Architecture, Building Construction, Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience overseeing design and construction initiatives.
• Experience with commercial, healthcare, senior living, education, government, multifamily, or institutional projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, specifications, and contract administration, including AIA documents.
• Comfortable working directly with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal project teams.
• Experience with Newforma, Bluebeam, or similar software is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and willingness to travel regularly for site visits and meetings.
• CCCA (Certified Construction Contract Administrator) certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction administration activities from project start through closeout.
• Review and manage RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and other construction documentation.
• Conduct site visits and observations to monitor progress and adherence to design intent.
• Work closely with owners, contractors, consultants, architects, engineers, and interior designers.
• Maintain project logs, correspondence, and other construction records.
• Review contractor payment applications and evaluate work progress.
• Assist with identifying and resolving construction-related issues in a timely manner.
• Utilize construction administration/project management software such as Newforma, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Participate in construction meetings, site visits, and client discussions.
• Ensure project documentation and communication remain accurate and up to date.

Skills

Strong communication

Highly organized

Education

BA/BS in Architecture, Building Construction, Engineering Technology

Tools

Newforma

Bluebeam

Job description

The Axel Group is seeking an experienced Construction Administrator to join our client’s team out of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. This well-established, nationally recognized architecture and design firm offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment and works on a diverse portfolio of projects across senior living, healthcare, education, government, and other institutional markets nationwide. The firm places a strong emphasis on professional development, mentorship, teamwork, and work-life balance, while providing employees with the opportunity to take ownership of projects and continue developing their construction administration expertise.

The Construction Administrator will play a key role in supporting projects throughout the construction phase, working closely with project teams, contractors, clients, and consultants. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in the field, proactive in addressing construction-related challenges, and highly organized when managing project documentation and priorities. Strong communication skills and attention to detail will be essential to ensuring projects are delivered successfully and in accordance with design intent and contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction administration activities from project start through closeout.
• Review and manage RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and other construction documentation.
• Conduct site visits and observations to monitor progress and adherence to design intent.
• Work closely with owners, contractors, consultants, architects, engineers, and interior designers.
• Maintain project logs, correspondence, and other construction records.
• Review contractor payment applications and evaluate work progress.
• Assist with identifying and resolving construction-related issues in a timely manner.
• Utilize construction administration/project management software such as Newforma, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Participate in construction meetings, site visits, and client discussions.
• Ensure project documentation and communication remain accurate and up to date.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Architecture, Building Construction, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred
• 3-5+ years of experience overseeing design and construction initiatives
• Experience with commercial, healthcare, senior living, education, government, multifamily, or institutional projects preferred
• Strong understanding of construction methods, specifications, and contract administration, including AIA documents
• Comfortable working directly with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal project teams
• Experience with Newforma, Bluebeam, or similar software is preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and willingness to travel regularly for project site visits and construction meetings
• CCCA (Certified Construction Contract Administrator) certification is a plus

Benefits

• Salary: $80,000 - $120,000
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Travel Reimbursement
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Professional membership and certification assistance
• Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus opportunity
• Flexible and family-oriented work environment