Senior Construction Administrator — Hybrid, DSA Projects (CA)

hmcarchitects; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

HMC Architects is seeking an experienced Construction Administrator to manage construction phase activities, RFIs, submittals, and field issues while representing the firm on site. The role emphasizes California DSA familiarity, coordination with consultants, and ensuring work conforms to design intent.

The position is based in Sacramento with a Monday–Thursday schedule and selective remote days; travel to multiple CA locations is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in architecture or the construction industry at a PM level.
• Licensed Architect preferred (California license a plus).
• Travel to Fresno, Mammoth, and the bay area and onsite presence required.
• Experience with California DSA projects, review processes, code compliance, and construction administration.

Responsibilities

• Support bidding and construction administration from contract award through project closeout.
• Respond to RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and change documentation.
• Prepare meeting minutes, field reports, instruction bulletins, change orders, and professional correspondence.
• Conduct field observations and document non-compliance, construction changes, and potential defects.
• Coordinate architectural documents with consultant drawings and specifications.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure conformance with contract documents and design intent.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Documentation

Written/verbal communication

Coordination

Education

Architecture degree

Architect license preferred

Job description

HMC Architects is seeking an experienced Construction Administrator to manage construction phase activities, RFIs, submittals, and field issues while representing the firm on site. The role emphasizes California DSA familiarity, coordination with consultants, and ensuring work conforms to design intent.

The position is based in Sacramento with a Monday–Thursday schedule and selective remote days; travel to multiple CA locations is required.