Construction Administrator DRAW Collective

DRAW Collective; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous PTO

Life Insurance

Job summary

DRAW Collective is seeking a Construction Administrator to oversee construction projects in the Pittsburgh region. You will ensure compliance with plans and codes while collaborating with diverse teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in construction project management, with strong communication and organizational skills. Full-time employees enjoy competitive benefits, including health insurance and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction project management experience.
• Strong detail orientation for compliance and issue resolution.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and specifications during construction.
• Liaise with consultants and ensure compliance.
• Manage paperwork and monitor compliance.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Construction knowledge

Software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management

High School diploma with 8+ years of experience

Tools

Constructware

Procore

REVIT

MS Office

Job description

Do you have experience overseeing construction projects, completing punch lists, visiting construction sites and reviewing contract plans, specifications and change orders? Do you enjoy standardizing processes and templates, collaborating with diverse teams, problem-solving and expanding your knowledge of design and construction practices on large projects in education, healthcare and community spaces? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

At DRAW Collective, we are not just Architects and Designers, we’re creators of spaces that inspire and transform. Our commitment to excellence and designing with empathy drives everything we do. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a dedicated Construction Administrator to join the team to promote and shape the future of architecture in the Pittsburgh region.

Working with us, you will:

• Interpret drawings and specifications. Coordinate design intent and solutions during construction and apply architectural design standards. Ensure compliance with plans, codes, specifications and regulations.
• Liaise with consultant engineers, review plans and ensure alignment with client, contractor, subcontractor, sub-subcontractors, construction manager, design team, etc.
• Proactively address issues and questions with design team; seek resolution by involving all necessary parties.
• Complete all necessary paperwork for all phases to ensure compliance. Research applicable codes/regs. Monitor compliance.
• Attend and lead field meetings; prepare minutes and field reports.
• Coordinate and observe testing and commissioning activities; document/track and resolve open items/issues.

An ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or closely related field with 3+ years of construction project management experience preferred; or High School diploma with 8+ years of experience in construction project management.
• Prior work experience in the architectural field as construction administrator/construction manager/architect or interior designer is applicable.
• Software: Constructware, Procore or similar web-based management software; REVIT experience preferred, MS Office proficient and scheduling software experience desired.
• Organizational skills: project schedules, time management, follow-through; ability to keep detailed lists and records to ensure compliance and issue resolution. Develop/implement standardized forms and practices to be used firm wide.
• Communication skills: well-developed communication skills to build relationships, influence, lead and project credibility with a wide variety of internal and external clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors.
• Ability to travel to construction sites (valid driver’s license, reliable transportation)

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds, ability to pack/unpack and set up materials.

Able and available for local travel to construction sites in the region; following all PPE requirements and adhering to OSHA requirements.

When not on construction sites, ability to work in an office (Monday-Thursday) and an option for virtual work (Friday), sitting for long periods of time doing computer work.

Why Choose Us?

At DRAW Collective, full-time employees enjoy competitive benefits including: Health Insurance, Dental & Vision Insurance, generous PTO, STD, LTD and Life Insurance and a work environment that supports your growth and development. Our staff of over 40 employees (plus 2 dogs!) enjoys a collaborative environment, plenty of free snacks and beverages, plus rewarding work supporting our clients who value our expertise!

DRAW Collective is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Please visit us at www.drawcollective.com

To apply, please email your resume to [e-mail]