Construction Administrator

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Construction Administrator for its Charleston, South Carolina office. The role involves assisting the Construction Engineer with site observations for construction projects and supporting permit closeouts. Strong technical knowledge of engineering and municipal infrastructure is essential.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of relevant experience, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Opportunities for professional certifications are provided.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with construction, engineering or related experience.
• Ability to obtain CEPSCI certification within one year if necessary.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine construction observations including utility installation.
• Reviews project submittals for accuracy under the Supervisor's direction.
• Prepare permit closeout packages for relevant jurisdictions.

Skills

Fundamental engineering principles

Strong oral and written communication skills

Safety focused

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future‑ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master‑planned communities, mixed‑use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Stantec has an immediate opening in our Charleston, South Carolina office for a Construction Administrator. This role will assist the Construction Engineer with providing periodic site observations for construction projects in the field, observing testing for installed utilities, and providing permit closeout support for the project.

As a Construction Administrator, you will utilize your construction experience, technical knowledge of basic engineering principles, and familiarity with municipal infrastructure to successfully facilitate and manage projects, under the supervision of the Construction Engineer or Project Manager. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative and will excel under minimal supervision. You will be comfortable in a fast‑paced environment and skilled in delivering on your commitments. You will work with a team of engineers, designers, and project managers performing general construction administration duties.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine construction observations for our projects which include, but are not limited to: utility installation, site grading, asphalt pavement installation, landscape installation, and erosion control.

• Reviews project submittals, Requests for Information (RFI), Pay Applications, and Change Orders for accuracy, under the direction of the Supervisor.

• Serves as a liaison between the Supervisor, or Project Manager, and the Contractor.

Maintains a strong working knowledge of how to effectively navigate municipal websites for specific closeout requirements, which often change.

• Prepares permit closeout packages for the relevant jurisdictions, effectively tracking dates for submittal, maintaining records of submittals, and providing the Client with exceptional service.

• Seek guidance from Supervisor or Project Manager to resolve project‑related issues that may arise during construction.

• Review Record Drawings/As‑Built Drawings and compare to Construction Drawings for technical completeness and conformance to municipality requirements.

• Conduct field measurements to establish quantities for pay item documentation.

Inspect erosion control devices, ensure they are maintained, and that they are in compliance with applicable permits.

• Create daily reports to document quantities, discrepancies, and photographs.

• Coordinate, attend, and lead preconstruction meetings, routine progress meetings, and supplemental project discussions both on‑site and on calls.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Fundamental understanding of basic engineering principles pertaining to grading and drainage, water and wastewater utilities, and road construction.

• Ability to obtain the following certifications within one (1) year of employment if necessary – CEPSCI (Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector) Certification

• SCDOT Earthwork Inspector Certification

• OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Certification

• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.)

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Safety focused.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

• Ability to understand and explain technical details.

• Prior to employment, this position will require the successful passing of a pre‑employment drug screen.

• Committed to reporting to the job site, on‑time each day, and working until the day’s operations are complete (may be more than 8 hours).

Education & Experience

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education.

• 2 + years of experience with construction, engineering or related experience.

• The position will work in both field and office settings.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.