Project Administrator II

General Atomics; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics in Poway, CA, seeks a Construction Management professional to lead multiple electrical-focused projects within active facilities.

You will coordinate schedules, budgets, and resources, conduct site visits, and ensure safety and compliance across the project lifecycle. Candidates should have 5+ years of construction project management and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related discipline with three or more years of progressive project administration experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial, industrial, or institutional construction projects.
• Experience coordinating contractors, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and project management principles.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance, if required.
• Ability to travel between sites throughout the Poway campus as required to support project activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent construction and facility improvement projects from planning through completion while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, contractors, vendors, and internal resources to ensure successful project execution and minimize operational disruptions in occupied facilities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal customers, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress, quality, safety, and compliance with company standards, building codes, and applicable regulations.
• Review project plans, specifications, and scope of work to ensure accuracy, constructability, and alignment with customer requirements.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Facilities, Operations, EH&S, Security, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including cost estimates, schedules, procurement requests, bid packages, change orders, and project closeout documentation.
• Support contractor selection, bid evaluations, and contract administration; review contractor performance to ensure work is completed according to project requirements.
• Track project costs and provide regular status updates and reports to management.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans to minimize schedule and budget impacts.
• Support development of capital improvement projects and facility modifications, and participate in project planning meetings by providing technical recommendations.
• Promote a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with company safety requirements and established construction practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Construction management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Communication

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

Security clearance (DoD)

On-site coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

56561BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We currently have an opportunity for a Construction Management professional to join our Construction Services Group in San Diego, CA. This position primarily supports electrical work for small construction projects, tenant improvements, and facility modifications within active facilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage multiple concurrent construction and facility improvement projects from planning through completion while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, contractors, vendors, and internal resources to ensure successful project execution and minimize operational disruptions in occupied facilities.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal customers, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress, quality, safety, and compliance with company standards, building codes, and applicable regulations.

• Review project plans, specifications, and scope of work to ensure accuracy, constructability, and alignment with customer requirements.

• Coordinate with Engineering, Facilities, Operations, EH&S, Security, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

• Prepare and maintain project documentation including cost estimates, schedules, procurement requests, bid packages, change orders, and project closeout documentation.

• Support contractor selection, bid evaluations, and contract administration; review contractor performance to ensure work is completed according to project requirements.

• Track project costs and provide regular status updates and reports to management.

• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans to minimize schedule and budget impacts.

• Support development of capital improvement projects and facility modifications, and participate in project planning meetings by providing technical recommendations.

• Promote a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with company safety requirements and established construction practices.

• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors degree in Business Administration or a related discipline and three or more years of progressive professional project administration experience. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial, industrial, or institutional construction projects.

• Experience coordinating contractors, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and project management principles.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance, if required.

• Ability to travel between sites throughout the Poway campus as required to support project activities.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience managing construction projects in manufacturing, aerospace, laboratory, research, or government facilities.

• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and building infrastructure systems.

• Experience working in occupied facilities while maintaining continuous operations.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Project or similar project management software.

• OSHA 30 certification and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Job Category:

Facilities

Experience Level:

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

63,000

Pay Range High:

105,375

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Clearance Level:

Secret

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.