Project Administrator - Construction

Path Construction Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k)

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance

Company cellphone and computer

Financial and Mental Health Support

Travel and Entertainment Discount Program

Annual Bonus Plan

Job summary

A construction firm based in Charlotte, NC is looking for a Project Administrator who will play a key role in supporting the project team and ensuring smooth construction operations. The ideal candidate should have a background in engineering or construction, be highly organized, and possess excellent communication skills. The position includes a variety of tasks from coordinating technical functions to assisting with documentation and project closeouts, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Be a team player and problem solver.
• Knowledge of MS Office is essential.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-based environment.
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• The ability to interact professionally and effectively with managers and co‑workers
• Be enrolled in an engineering or construction‑related degree program at an accredited college/university; construction industry background preferred.
• Construction experience is a plus
• Associate Degree or higher is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of on-site construction activities.
• Support the Project Executive and Managers with delegated functions.
• Interpret design and specifications.
• Assist with technical and logistical project functions.
• Coordinate with on-site departments to resolve issues.
• Includes subcontractor and supplier planning/administration, work assignments, etc.
• Interface with on‑site departments as required resolving problems, ensuring quality of construction, etc. in support of overall project schedule.

Skills

Team player

Problem solver

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability to change

Multi-tasking skills

Professional interaction

Education

Enrolled in engineering or construction-related degree program

Associate Degree or higher

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Path Construction is a Commercial General Contracting firm with offices in Arlington Heights, IL; Scottsdale, AZ; Dallas, TX; Charlotte, NC; Knoxville, TN; & Tampa, FL. Path Construction is building projects throughout the country. A Project Administrator is an integral member of the project team.

Primary Functions and Duties

• Direct support of delegated functions of Project Executive, Sr. Project Manager, Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, and Superintendent.
• May be assigned to Field Operations, Engineering, Estimating, or Project Controls.
• Assist in the coordination of on‑site construction and engineering activities for construction projects.
• Interpret design/drawings, specifications, submittals, and other construction documents.
• Assist Superintendents, Project Managers, Engineers, and Coordinators with project‑related technical and logistical functions. Includes subcontractor and supplier planning/administration, work assignments, etc.
• Interface with on‑site departments as required resolving problems, ensuring quality of construction, etc. in support of overall project schedule.

Examples of Daily Duties

• Emailing documents to customers
• Emailing work orders to our subcontractors
• Create documents; Contracts, Change Orders, Work Authorizations & Certificate of Completion
• Pay application review - AIA Documents G702/703
• Compliance Documentation review and tracking
• Enter and track all new lead information into database(s)
• Update job status
• Assisting in answering all incoming calls
• Compose calendar details for Superintendent, or Project Managers
• Attend daily meetings
• Print out signed work orders and give to Superintendent
• Ensure all project closeout documents are obtained

Qualifications

• Be a team player, problem solver and able to think on your feet.
• Knowledge of computers and software, including standard MS Office applications.
• Detailed oriented
• Strong multi‑tasking skills and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in written form
• Ability to work independently and in a team based environment
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• The ability to interact professionally and effectively with managers and co‑workers
• Be enrolled in an engineering or construction‑related degree program at an accredited college/university; construction industry background preferred.
• Construction experience is a plus
• Associate Degree or higher is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Company cellphone and computer
• Financial and Mental Health Support through a third party
• Travel and Entertainment Discount Program
• Annual Bonus Plan