Construction Contract Administrator

Kgdarchitecture; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KGD Architecture seeks a Construction Contract Administrator for our Washington, DC studio to support the development, administration, and coordination of construction contract documents across a diverse project range. Applicants should bring 3–5 years of professional experience and a degree in architecture.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office is required; Adobe Creative Suite is a plus. Licensure is preferred or in active pursuit, with LEED accreditation a bonus.

Qualifications

• Holds a bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture.
• Has 3-5 years of professional experience.
• Familiarity with construction documents and project delivery processes with exposure to CSI practices or CCCA principles considered a bonus.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrates a collaborative, proactive attitude that is essential for this key project role.
• Licensure preferred or in active pursuit, LEED accreditation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supports development, administration, and coordination of construction contract documents on a varying range of projects.
• Reviews construction documents, including Division 01, General and Supplemental Conditions, agreements, submittals, substitutions, payment applications, change proposals, and RFIs.
• Supports site observations and inspections to ensure QA/QC.
• Contributes to project bidding, procurement, and negotiation processes.
• Liaises with project management, other architects, and consultants.
• Coordinates with the Project Director and Project Manager on appropriate technical solutions and product strategies.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Problem-solving

Collaborative

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

KGD Architecture is an award-winning full-service design firm headquartered in Washington, DC, with additional offices in Arlington, Virginia; Boston, Massachusetts; and Bangkok, Thailand. Our work spans architecture, urban planning, and interior design, with a diverse portfolio that includes affordable housing, multifamily residential, institutional, corporate/commercial, and mixed‑use clients.

We are a firm built on the belief that design should reflect the values and culture of the communities it serves. To that end, KGD Architecture has joined Aeterna Group, a new national firm comprised of five architecture and engineering firms united by a shared belief that great design enriches the communities it serves.

KGD Architecture continues to operate under its own name, with the same leadership, same team, and same deep commitment to our clients within the Mid‑Atlantic Region and across the United States that have defined our firm since its founding 30 years ago. By joining this national collective, KGD Architecture has access to shared resources, broader expertise, and a national network of like‑minded firms working toward the same goal.

We are seeking a Construction Contract Administrator with 3-5 years of experience and a licensed architect. This is a key role for our Washington, DC studio for candidates eager to contribute to impactful, design‑driven work within a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary environment.

Success at KGD Means

• You are agile, detail-oriented, and committed to design and technical excellence. You take initiative, enjoy leading project documentation, and bring experience coordinating complex teams and consultants. You’re excited by the opportunity to work on a diverse range of building types—from multifamily housing and commercial office to mission‑driven public architecture.
• Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.
• Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.
• Ethos: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, of everything we create.
• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.
• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.
• Supports the development, administration, and coordination of construction contract documents on a varying range of projects.
• Reviews construction documents, including Division 01, General and Supplemental Conditions, agreements, submittals, substitutions, payment applications, change proposals, and RFIs.
• Supports site observations and inspections to ensure quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC).
• Contributes to project bidding, procurement, and negotiation processes.
• Liaises with project management, other architects, and consultants.
• Coordinates with the Project Director and Project Manager on appropriate technical solutions and product strategies.

Qualifications

• Holds a bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture.
• Has 3-5 years of professional experience.
• Demonstrates familiarity with construction documents and project delivery processes with exposure to CSI practices or CCCA principles considered a bonus.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrates a collaborative, proactive attitude that is essential for this key project role.
• Technology: Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office; Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) a plus.
• Licensure preferred or in active pursuit, LEED accreditation a plus.