Construction Administrator - Field

SPS Architects is hiring a Construction Administrator-Field Position for our Scottsdale, AZ office!

SPS Architects is a full-service Architecture and Interior Design Firm operating in the Education, Commercial, Multi-Family and Native American sectors. We strive to innovate through design which has led to over 60 years of success in the AEC industry. We are a team of 70 professionals focused on creating meaningful designs through collaboration that inspire those who use them. The culture at SPS emphasizes creativity, flexibility, positivity, and places high value on every member of the team.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We’re seeking a self-motivated Construction Administrator in our Tucson office to oversee the construction phase of projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and smooth collaboration with architects, contractors, and clients. If you’re detail-oriented, great at problem-solving, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this role is for you!

THE HEART OF YOUR ROLE: RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage Field Construction Admin: Handle construction startup, complete submittals & RFI Reviews, create and distribute ASI's, review and vet change orders, and complete project closeout tasks for multiple in the field projects.
• Coordinate Correspondence: Strong understanding of Construction Drawings & Specifications.
• Submittals & RFI Reviews: Review all project submittals against construction drawings and specifications, and coordinate consultant submissions.
• Communication: Coordinate with Client, Contractor, Consultant and in-house design team for duration of project.
• On-Site Admin: Attend OAC meetings, document minutes, perform site inspections to ensure quality and conformance to project drawings and specifications and follow up on action items.
• QA/QC: Ensure construction quality code and ADA compliance, review building plans & specifications, provide feedback back to in-house design team.
• Project Closeout: Perform final inspections, punch list, review as-built construction drawings and ensure project manual completeness.
• Mentorship & Budget Compliance: Track and review project contingency, allowances and usages and Mentor staff on field related construction issues.
• Site Visits & Reports: Regularly visit jobsites, create field reports, photo documentation of current project status ensure compliance, and maintain quality control.
• Payment Application Reviews: Review for % complete, change order, contingency, allowance verification.

ELEVATE YOUR CAREER WITH EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS:

100% Employer paid Medical and Dental Insurance

Telehealth

• Optional Employee-paid Vision insurance
• HSA Employer contribution
• 401(K) matching
• Competitive PTO
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Enjoy a balanced workweek with 9-hour workdays, plus a half-day on Fridays.
• Optional in-office work on Friday afternoons, where you can also bring your dog.
• Hybrid (field 80%/office 20%) Workplace
• Performance bonuses

TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE: Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of recent experience in Construction Management/Administration including in-field experience. Recent work with an Architectural Design firm preferred.
• BA or equivalent in Construction Management preferred.
• Microsoft Office applications proficiency
• Must be a self-starter and work independently with conflicting deadlines
• Attentive to detail and precision. Takes pride and ownership in their work.
• Must have the ability to read and understand Construction drawings (Architectural, Civil, Structural, Mechanical & Plumbing (MPE)).

We look forward to hearing from you!

No phone calls, please. No recruiters, please.

SPS Architects is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employee

For more information about who we are, please see our website http://www.spsplusarchitects.com