Construction Administrator II — Remote with Site Visits

Ascent Engineering Group; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k with employer match

Hybrid work model

Life Insurance

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Construction Administrator II to oversee construction administration from start to finish. The role collaborates with contractors, architects, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment with design intent, budget, schedule, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years in construction administration or related roles, a related bachelor’s degree, and the ability to travel for frequent site visits in Northern Virginia.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in construction administration, project management, or related roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent education/experience.
• Willingness to travel for frequent site visits in Northern Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multiple construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans and codes.
• Serve as primary point of contact for contractors, design teams, and clients.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety.
• Review construction documents (submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, change orders) for accuracy.
• Assist in developing and overseeing project schedules and budgets; identify risks and propose solutions.
• Maintain accurate project records (daily logs, meeting minutes, correspondence).
• Lead project meetings with stakeholders to review progress and resolve conflicts.
• Mentor Level 1 and 2 team members (Assistants and CA I).
• Support project closeout activities, including inspections and punch list resolution.

Skills

Construction administration

Project coordination

Communication

Site visits

Mentoring

Education

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

CCM certification (preferred)

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Construction Administrator II to oversee construction administration from start to finish. The role collaborates with contractors, architects, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment with design intent, budget, schedule, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years in construction administration or related roles, a related bachelor’s degree, and the ability to travel for frequent site visits in Northern Virginia.