Construction Administrator - 650535

The Planet Group; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a Construction Administrator to support civil infrastructure and building projects. You will oversee contract administration, document reviews, RFIs, submittals, and provide construction administration support to ensure project success.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, coordinating meetings, and maintaining schedules, while communicating with clients, contractors, and engineers to drive quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience administering construction contracts and reviewing documents.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specs and documents.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, general conditions and specs.
• Strong quality control and documentation practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and teams.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to verify quantities, measurements, and costs.
• Travel to project sites with valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts throughout the construction phase of assigned projects.
• Monitor construction progress for compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Review architectural and engineering plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Coordinate and track RFIs, submittals, contractor correspondence, and project documentation.
• Review contractor pay applications, change orders, and supporting documentation.
• Perform site visits and prepare accurate daily observation reports.
• Coordinate and document construction progress meetings with project stakeholders.
• Assist with constructability reviews and identify potential project issues.
• Maintain project schedules and monitor construction milestones.
• Ensure quality control procedures are followed and closeout requirements.
• Coordinate post-construction services, inspections, punch lists, and final documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality.

Skills

Read blueprints

Review RFIs & submittals

Contract documents knowledge

Quality control procedures

Excellent communication

Strong organizational skills

Quantities & cost math

MS Office suite

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Associate degree with 4+ years of relevant construction experience, or 6 years progressive construction industry experience

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Job Description

The Planet Group is currently seeking a Construction Administrator for a growing company in the engineering and construction consulting industry. Qualified candidates must have experience administering construction contracts, reviewing construction documents, coordinating RFIs and submittals, and providing construction administration support for civil infrastructure or building projects.

Our client is seeking a Construction Administrator to support the successful delivery of construction projects by providing construction administration, contract management, and project coordination services. This role will oversee construction-phase activities, ensure compliance with contract documents, and serve as a key liaison between clients, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders

.Key responsibilities include

• :Administer construction contracts throughout the construction phase of assigned projects
• .Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and contract documents
• .Review architectural and engineering plans, specifications, and technical documents
• .Coordinate and track RFIs, shop drawing submittals, contractor correspondence, and project documentation
• .Review contractor pay applications, change order requests, and supporting documentation
• .Perform site visits to observe construction activities and prepare accurate daily observation reports
• .Coordinate and document construction progress meetings with project stakeholders
• .Assist with constructability reviews and identify potential project issues
• .Maintain project schedules and monitor construction milestones
• .Ensure quality control procedures are followed, including documentation, correspondence, and project closeout requirements
• .Coordinate post-construction services, inspections, punch lists, and final project documentation
• .Communicate effective everyday with clients, contractors, and internal project teams to support successful project completion
• .Manage multiple construction projects while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality objectives

.Requirement

• s
  Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• d.Associate degree with 4+ years of relevant construction experience, or a minimum of 6 years of progressive construction industry experienc
• e.Experience providing construction administration services for civil, municipal, commercial, institutional, or infrastructure project
• s.Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract document
• s.Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contractor payment application
• s.Knowledge of construction contract documents, general conditions, and technical specification
• s.Strong understanding of construction quality control procedures and documentation requirement
• s.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, and project team
• s.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritie
• s.Strong mathematical skills with the ability to verify quantities, measurements, and project cost
• s.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acroba
• t.Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as neede

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 US, 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 growt

h.EEOC Compliance Stateme
ntThe 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 statu
s.