Construction Administrator

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently seeking a full time Data Center Construction Administrator based out of our Raleigh, NC office. You are expected to have a basic knowledge of buildings, promote design excellence, and possess technical skills to support project work as a field representative for the architect/engineer during the construction phase of a project. As a Construction Administrator, you will work as part of an integrated and multidiscipline team that delivers complex projects in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina. You are responsible for construction administration activities relating to projects of various complexity and scale on a variety of project typologies, but primarily on large data center projects. This opportunity will require on-site field representation for approximately 20% of your time with the remaining of your time based on a hybrid work model of in-office and work from home flexibility.

Your Key Responsibilities 

• Perform on site observations of the progress and quality of the work to determine if it is being performed in a manner conforming to the contract documents. 
• Observe and report deviations from the contract documents, codes, and standards. Follow through with all responsible parties until issues are resolved.
• Assist in review of submittals.
• Assist design team with responses to requests for information and communicate with design team for clarifications. Revise drawings as required.
• Assist in BIM coordination with contractor and trades.
• Develop written field reports and complete project punch lists.
• Process project closeouts.
• Attend and participate in site meetings with construction management team, trades, and owner representatives.
• Regular regional travel and in-office presence required.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic knowledge of buildings, and the design and construction process.
• Interest in becoming knowledgeable in all fields of architecture and engineering.
• Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule. 
• Ability to communicate, participate, and collaborate in a project team and owner settings. 
• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Willingness to contribute to business development efforts.
• Requires an intermediate ability to use and produce in Revit. 
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with typical construction management software (Newforma and Procore) is a plus.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Science, or Construction Management
• Some professional experience in related work preferred

Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. 

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.