Sr. Construction Administrator

The successful candidate will perform in a Sr. Construction Administration role. You will be responsible for leading, developing and helping assemble the project team administering construction contracts on behalf of CannonDesign for large projects, with particular focus on constructability review, risk mitigation and cost control from start to finish of construction. Your initial assignment will be on a 2.0+ million square foot healthcare facility at Mayo Clinic’s campus. This position requires consistent ONSITE presence at the project site in Rochester, MN. CannonDesign provides a relocation and temporary relocation program to support on-site presence.

Responsibilities

Be a prime liaison between builder, client/owner, and design teams; Lead and contribute in developing and maintaining the project Risk Assessment process during Construction Administration; Work with Project Director and Project Managers to assign team members to scopes of Construction Administration; Manage internal Construction Administration efforts and team; Attend site meetings including scheduling, cost management, pre-installation, and weekly meetings; Review progress of work on site; Lead, monitor and participate in review and interpretation of construction documents; Lead, monitor and participate in resolution of problems on the construction site; Lead, monitor and participate in tracking changes made to documents; Identify key risk issues and engage senior project leadership and risk management teams; Lead and monitor processing, review and response to RFIs and Submittals; Review, comment and approve change proposals; Review construction progress and authorize payment applications; Participate in hiring of Construction Administration team; Lead monthly reporting of CA performance metrics; Lead, monitor and participate in preparation of Certification of Substantial Completion; Adhere to established on-site project procedures and safety program requirements; Travel as required

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or related field required; Minimum of 12 years relevant experience in the construction administration required; Institutional and/or commercial project experience for at least the last 5 years required; Knowledge of building codes and requirements; 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 is required; Familiarity with the operation of construction management software Procore is required; Professional business attire is required for client meetings; Travel required

Nice to have

Healthcare and Education Project experience; Registration or Licensure; LEED accreditation

Benefits

Relocation and temporary relocation program; Discretionary bonuses; Medical, dental and vision coverage; Flexible spending account options; Voluntary insurances; Paid time off; Flex-time schedules; Remote work options; 401k plan; Employee perk programs