Construction Project Administrator
Cannondesign
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Description
- Be a daily, on-site liaison between construction managers/general contractors, client/owner, owner’s consultants and AE teams. Attend site meetings include scheduling, cost management, pre-installation, RFI, and weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings as required.
- Review and interpret construction documents and develop and issue sketches related to field conditions and issues, coordinate the work with consultants, owner’s consultants and the project team.
- Process, review and answer Request for Information and submittals within the contractual timeframes.
- Resolve problems which arise on the jobsite, coordinate bulletins to the contract documents, make recommendations, and consult Sr. Construction Administration Leadership on all issues related to the project.
- Monitor, review, and process closeout submittals and perform periodic QA/QC construction site visits, including substantial presence at the construction site.
- Coordinate with the Design team members as needed to interpret and process the documents noted above.
- Prepare daily and other reports as required by the contract.
- Perform as an integral member of the internal construction administration efforts and team.
- Adhere to established on-site project procedures.
- Adhere to safety program requirements and work rules.
- Will work under the supervision of a Licensed Architect.
- Perform other assigned duties.
- Bachelor’s in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or related field preferred.
- 10+ years of related experience required. Healthcare and/or Institutional project experience strongly preferred.
- Registration or Licensure preferred.
- LEED accreditation preferred.
- Knowledge of building codes and requirements.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Technical knowledge, coordination skills and the ability to build a rapport with the project team is essential.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam required.
- Knowledge of Procore and ACC required.
- We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
- We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
- We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.
Benefits
- stock options
About this role
CannonDesign seeks an experienced Construction Project Administrator to serve as the on-site representative during the construction administration phase in Charlotte. You'll be the daily liaison among general contractors, clients, consultants, and the design team, managing the full lifecycle from project startup through closeout. The role demands strong coordination and problem-solving skills, with particular emphasis on quality control and cost management across all site activities—from attending weekly meetings and processing RFIs to reviewing submittals, resolving field issues, and conducting QA/QC inspections.
This is a contract position working in-office and requires at least 10 years of related experience, ideally in healthcare or institutional projects. You'll need a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction, or a related field, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam; knowledge of Procore and ACC is required. Registration or licensure and LEED accreditation are preferred. The role operates under the supervision of a licensed architect and demands excellent communication, technical knowledge, and the ability to interpret complex construction documents while maintaining rapport across a diverse project team.
How this employer is doing
average
- Recent Acquisition
Typical pay for this role
$100,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $120,000
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