Construction Administrator II

BKV Group; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Flexible schedule

Growth opportunities

Job summary

BKV Group seeks a talented Construction Administrator II for our Dallas, TX practice. The role requires 5-10 years of related experience and knowledge across architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural and interior design disciplines.

You will work with Partners, Project Managers and Discipline Leads as a liaison between client, contractor and design team during construction administration. Compensation ranges between $80,000 and $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Four years college or related experience; or four years related training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Solid hands-on construction background preferable to a classroom degree.
• CSI Certification and LEED AP preferred.
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings and to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients and consultants.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between client, contractor and design team during construction administration with Partners, Project Managers and Discipline Leads.
• Coordinate site visits of other disciplines; observe work in progress and report issues to client, contractor, and project team to identify progress and deviations.
• Pursue continuing education in building science; maintain extensive product knowledge and technical focus.
• Provide ongoing assistance to BKV staff regarding construction administration “Insights.”
• Maintain accurate records and participate in standard administrative procedures within the Owner/Architect contract.

Skills

Hands-on construction

Verbal and written communication

Industry knowledge

Problem resolution

Meeting facilitation

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent

CSI Certification

LEED AP

Job description

BKV Group seeks a talented Construction Administrator II with 5-10 years’ related experience to join our Dallas, TX practice site. Experience with architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, and interior design disciplines as well as problem resolution are key elements of this position. This role requires the firsthand knowledge of most trade skills, a working knowledge of the construction industry and the construction process, a familiarity of the building codes, a high degree of self-confidence and verbal and written communication skills.

• Work with the Partners, Project Managers and Discipline Leads as the liaison between client, contractor, and the design team during the construction administration phase.
• Coordinate site visits of other disciplines. Observe work in progress and issues reports to the client, contractor, and project team to identify general progress, contract schedule compliance or construction document deviations.
• Seek opportunities for continuing education for the enhancement of building science. Maintain extensive product knowledge and technical focus.
• Provide ongoing assistance to BKV staff regarding construction administration “Insights.”
• Maintain accurate records and participate in all standard administrative procedures and policies within the Owner/Architect contract.

Qualifications

• Four years’ college or university degree; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A solid “hands on” construction background is preferable to a classroom degree.
• Familiar with providing a variety of the field’s concepts to construction field superintendent.
• CSI Certification and LEED AP preferred.
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings and to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients and consultants.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Compensation range: $80,000 – $90,000 annually, or commensurate with experience.

BKV Group has a 45+year history of design excellence, winning more than 245+ regional and national awards to date. We are passionate about how innovation and creative design can shape communities for the better – enhancing the economic, aesthetic, social, and environmental context. As a holistic national design firm, we bring a full complement of architecture, interior design, urban design, engineering, landscape architecture, and construction administration services together to collaborate from project kick-off to closeout. The diverse perspectives formed from this collaboration help us make better design decisions and are the keys to our success. We value being open, honest, genuine, and thoughtful with each other, our clients, community stakeholders, and consultants.

With excellent benefits, competitive salaries, a flexible work schedule, and continuous opportunities for growth, we give you the tools to achieve your goals. We believe in a collegial, engaging, opportunistic, and fun working environment and are always interested in connecting with talented individuals who share our passion for enriching lives and strengthening communities. Sound like a fit? We want to hear from you!

BKV Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)