Lead Project Administrator – Transportation Construction

RS&H, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H, Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Project Administrator II to support transportation and infrastructure projects from planning through delivery.

You will coordinate inspection staff, manage contract administration, and monitor schedules to ensure successful project outcomes. The role requires a degree in engineering and 7+ years of related experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills to interact with clients and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in project administration, construction management, or construction engineering.
• Experience supporting major roadway, bridge, or heavy civil infrastructure construction projects.
• Working knowledge of construction scheduling, contractor coordination, project documentation, and contract administration.
• Experience tracking construction quantities, progress payments, and project documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Ability to analyze challenges, make sound decisions, and resolve complex project issues in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate inspection staff, administrative personnel, and subconsultants to support the successful delivery of complex transportation and infrastructure construction projects.
• Manage construction contract administration activities, including progress payments, quantity tracking, project documentation, recordkeeping, and project closeout.
• Monitor project progress and construction schedules, identify risks and delays, and support resolution of issues impacting project delivery.
• Support project controls and change management processes through progress measurement, cost documentation, schedule tracking, and administration of contract modifications and change orders.
• Oversee construction documentation, inspection reports, field testing records, and compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Serve as a key liaison among contractors, utility companies, regulatory agencies, and clients to facilitate communication, resolve project issues, and maintain project momentum.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Project coordination

Contract administration

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering degree

Tools

SharePoint

Bluebeam

Job description

RS&H, Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Project Administrator II to support transportation and infrastructure projects from planning through delivery.

You will coordinate inspection staff, manage contract administration, and monitor schedules to ensure successful project outcomes. The role requires a degree in engineering and 7+ years of related experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills to interact with clients and teams.