Senior Architectural Construction Administrator

Carbone Leadership; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbone Leadership in West Palm Beach, FL, is seeking an experienced architectural construction administration professional to lead construction-phase coordination for commercial projects.

This hands‑on role requires strong knowledge of construction documents, building systems, and field practices. The ideal candidate can interpret architectural drawings, resolve construction questions, and work confidently with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in architectural construction administration or general contracting, with a focus on commercial projects.
• Strong technical understanding of architectural drawings, specifications, detailing, building systems, and construction methods.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and proposed change orders.
• Experience conducting site observations and documenting construction issues.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes and permitting requirements.
• Proficiency with construction administration software and the ability to navigate Revit models.
• Sound judgment, clear communication, and strong follow-through.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural construction administration from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents to evaluate conformance with design intent.
• Review RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals, coordinating technical responses with architects and consultants.
• Conduct site observations, prepare field reports, and track outstanding issues through resolution.
• Research construction conflicts and collaborate with the design team on practical, coordinated solutions.
• Review proposed change orders and communicate potential design, cost, and schedule impacts to project leadership.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and clients to keep construction questions and decisions moving.
• Manage CA priorities across multiple active projects.
• Coordinate punch lists and closeout documentation.

Skills

10+ years experience

Construction admin

Architectural drawings

RFIs & submittals

Site observations

Building codes

Revit navigation

Education

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

Tools

Revit

Job description

West Palm Beach, FL | Full-Time | Office and Project Sites

Base Salary: $100,000–$125,000, based on experience and qualifications

Our client, an established architecture and interior design firm in West Palm Beach, is seeking an experienced architectural construction administration professional to lead construction‑phase coordination for commercial projects.

This hands‑on technical role requires strong knowledge of construction documents, building systems, and field practices. The ideal candidate can interpret architectural drawings, resolve construction questions, and work confidently with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architectural construction administration from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents to evaluate conformance with design intent.
• Review RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals, coordinating technical responses with architects and consultants.
• Conduct site observations, prepare field reports, and track outstanding issues through resolution.
• Research construction conflicts and collaborate with the design team on practical, coordinated solutions.
• Review proposed change orders and communicate potential design, cost, and schedule impacts to project leadership.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and clients to keep construction questions and decisions moving.
• Manage CA priorities across multiple active projects.
• Coordinate punch lists and closeout documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in architectural construction administration or general contracting, with a focus on commercial projects.
• Strong technical understanding of architectural drawings, specifications, detailing, building systems, and construction methods.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and proposed change orders.
• Experience conducting site observations and documenting construction issues.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes and permitting requirements.
• Proficiency with construction administration software and the ability to navigate Revit models.
• Sound judgment, clear communication, and strong follow-through.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Residence within reasonable commuting distance of West Palm Beach.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for site visits.

The Opportunity

Contribute your technical and field expertise within a collaborative architecture firm working on diverse commercial projects. You will work directly with project leadership and design teams to carry design intent through construction.