URGENT: Construction Administrator (Architect)

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Administrator (Architecture & Engineering) in Charlotte, NC. You will lead construction administration efforts, review submittals, and coordinate with owners, contractors, and design teams to ensure the project aligns with design intent and quality standards.

Join a collaborative A&E firm delivering healthcare, education, senior living and civic facilities across the region.

Qualifications

• Degree or certification in construction-related field required.
• Experience in construction administration within A/E environment.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, institutional, healthcare, education or civic projects.
• Understanding of AIA contract documents and construction administration processes.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel locally to project sites in Charlotte region.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction administration across multiple projects.
• Review RFIs, ASIs, CCDs, change orders, submittals and shop drawings.
• Interpret construction documents, specs, contracts, and AIA agreements.
• Conduct field visits to monitor progress and design intent.
• Track project documentation and correspondence through completion.
• Collaborate with owners, contractors, consultants, architects, and engineers to resolve issues.
• Review pay applications and assist with closeout activities.
• Participate in construction meetings and advise across all phases.
• Bridge communication between design and field teams for project success.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Travel locally

Education

Construction Management degree

Architecture degree

Engineering Technology degree

Tools

AIA contracts

Bluebeam

Newforma

Job description

Construction Administrator (Architecture & Engineering)

Charlotte, NC

Be the Bridge Between Design and Construction

Some professionals design projects. Others build them.

As a Construction Administrator, you'll make sure the vision becomes reality.

We're partnering with a highly respected Architecture & Engineering firm that's shaping some of the Southeast's most impactful senior living, government, and community-focused facilities. From groundbreaking to ribbon cutting, you'll play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and with the highest level of quality.

If you enjoy being in the field, solving problems in real time, collaborating with contractors and project teams, and seeing projects come to life, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Work on meaningful projects that serve communities and improve lives

Join an established, growing A&A firm with a strong reputation throughout the Southeast

Serve in a highly visible role with direct influence on project success

Partner with architects, engineers, owners, and contractors on complex projects

Enjoy long-term career growth within a collaborative, people-focused culture

Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and leadership support

Diverse project portfolio spanning healthcare, education, senior living, civic, and government facilities

What You'll Do

As a key member of the project delivery team, you'll help ensure construction aligns with the design intent while serving as a trusted advisor to project stakeholders throughout the construction process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead construction administration efforts across multiple architectural and engineering projects.
• Review and process RFIs, ASIs, CCDs, proposal requests, change orders, shop drawings, and construction submittals.
• Interpret construction documents, specifications, contracts, and AIA agreements.
• Conduct field visits and site observations to monitor project progress and verify compliance with design intent.
• Track project documentation, correspondence, and construction activities through project completion.
• Collaborate closely with owners, contractors, consultants, architects, and engineers to resolve issues and keep projects moving forward.
• Review contractor pay applications and assist with project closeout activities.
• Participate in construction meetings and provide guidance throughout all phases of construction.
• Help bridge communication between design teams and field teams to ensure successful project execution.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Degree or certification in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or a related field.
• Experience in Construction Administration within an Architecture or Engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial, institutional, healthcare, education, or civic construction projects.
• Working knowledge of AIA contract documents and construction administration processes.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel locally to project sites throughout the Charlotte region.

Preferred Qualifications

CCCA (Certified Construction Contract Administrator) Certification

Experience with Bluebeam, Newforma, or similar project management platforms

Strong client-facing skills and the ability to build relationships with contractors, owners, and project teams

Who Thrives Here?

You'll be successful in this role if you:

Enjoy balancing time between the office and active construction sites

Are proactive, organized, and solutions-oriented

Communicate effectively with contractors, architects, engineers, and clients

Can manage multiple projects and priorities without losing attention to detail

Take pride in helping deliver exceptional projects from start to finish

Build Projects That Matter

This isn't a back-office construction administration role.

You'll be a visible and valued member of the project team, working directly with decision-makers and helping deliver facilities that support healthcare, education, senior living, and communities throughout the region.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This position is based in a collaborative architectural and engineering office in Charlotte, specializing in senior living, education, healthcare, and government facilities across multiple regions. The role combines in-office collaboration with regular site visits for construction observations and client and contractor meetings. The organization values innovation, teamwork, and a family-oriented culture, offering competitive benefits and maintaining an inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.