Construction Administrator (Architect)

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work in Charlotte

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Actalent in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Construction Administrator to bridge design and construction across healthcare, education, and government projects. You’ll oversee construction administration activities, coordinate with clients, contractors, and project teams, and support project delivery from site visits to closeout.

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy field work as well as office collaboration, and bring strong organizational and communication skills to manage RFIs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Building Construction, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel locally for project site visits and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction administration efforts for multiple architectural and engineering projects.
• Review RFIs, ASIs, CCDs, change orders, pay applications, submittals, and project documentation.
• Interpret project specifications, contract documents, and AIA agreements.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Travel locally

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Newforma

Job description

Construction Administrator

Charlotte, NC

Make an Impact on Spaces That Matter

Are you passionate about construction, problem-solving, and seeing projects come to life? Join a respected, growing Architecture & Engineering firm that specializes in creating Living, Learning, and Healing Environments across the Southeast. From senior living communities and healthcare facilities to educational and government projects, you'll play a key role in delivering meaningful spaces that positively impact communities.

We're seeking a Construction Administrator to join our Charlotte team and serve as a vital link between design and construction, ensuring projects are delivered successfully from groundbreaking through completion.

Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful projects in healthcare, education, senior living, and government sectors
• Collaborative, family-oriented culture with strong leadership support
• Growing, multi-office Architecture & Engineering firm with long-term career opportunities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to be involved throughout the entire construction process and make a visible impact on project success

What You'll Do

As a Construction Administrator, you'll oversee and coordinate critical construction administration activities for assigned projects while serving as a trusted resource for clients, contractors, and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction administration efforts for multiple architectural and engineering projects
• Review and process RFIs, ASIs, CCDs, Proposal Requests, Change Orders, Shop Drawings, and project documentation
• Interpret project specifications, contract documents, and AIA agreements
• Conduct site visits and field observations to monitor construction progress and ensure design intent is maintained
• Track project activities, correspondence, and construction documentation
• Collaborate with Owners, Clients, General Contractors, and internal project teams to resolve issues and maintain project schedules
• Review contractor pay applications and assist with project closeout activities
• Participate in construction meetings and provide guidance throughout the construction phase

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Degree or certification in Construction Management, Architecture, Building Construction, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience in Construction Administration within an Architecture or Engineering firm
• Strong understanding of commercial, institutional, healthcare, educational, or civic construction projects
• Knowledge of AIA contract documents and construction administration processes
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel locally for project site visits and inspections

Preferred Qualifications

• CCCA (Certified Construction Contract Administrator) certification
• Experience with Bluebeam, Newforma, or similar construction management software
• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to build effective relationships with contractors and stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy being in the field as much as in the office, and have a passion for ensuring high-quality projects are delivered successfully. You're organized, solutions-oriented, and able to confidently communicate with clients, contractors, and project teams alike.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This position is based in a collaborative architectural and engineering office in Charlotte, specializing in senior living, education, healthcare, and government facilities across multiple regions. The role combines in-office collaboration with regular site visits for construction observations and client and contractor meetings. The organization values innovation, teamwork, and a family-oriented culture, offering competitive benefits and maintaining an inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.