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Construction Administrator

San Jose, CA

At JKAE, we believe that lifestyle and great design go hand-in-hand. With three offices in California (Auburn, Truckee and San Jose) and one office in Nevada (Reno), we are strategically grounded in locations that offer our team various levels of projects that challenge the intellect as well as provide opportunity to deliver innovative design and engineering solutions. If you decide to practice the art of Architecture or Engineering with JKAE, you will be joining an award-winning team while simultaneously enjoying the beautiful Sierra Nevada or Bay Area. We are community-oriented and family-focused. If you are looking to join a great firm, work with a staff that is energetic and motivated, and seek excellent benefits, JKAE is the place for you. We would be excited to review your qualifications if you feel you are a match for this position.


Description

A full-time position is open in our Campbell office for a Construction Administrator to oversee project coordination, documentation, and collaboration for our learning environments projects in the Bay Area. Candidates must be committed to design excellence, interested in the craft of architecture, and experienced in administration of a public-sector construction projects.


Responsibilities

  • Administration of public-sector contracts for construction.

  • Knowledge of California public contract code.

  • Knowledge of Division of the State Architect (DSA) process and procedures.

  • Assist in the design documentation process working directly with Project Architects and other designers.

  • Must have strong interpersonal skills and experience in coordinating with architectural team, clients, consultants, project inspectors, and contractors.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in construction administration.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and scheduling software.

  • Working knowledge of building codes and regulations, including ADA and Title 24.

  • Strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and organizational skills.

  • Effective written, graphic, and oral communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently as well as under the direction of a project manager.


Instructions for Submittal

Please submit in PDF format only the following:

  • One-page cover letter briefly describing your relevant experience and interests

  • Resume

Please email the above items to anda@jkaedesign.com.


$75,000 - $120,000 Annually

Actual offered salary for this position varies, depending on candidate’s qualification, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. We do not anticipate individuals hired into this position will start at or near the top half of the range listed; the decision will be based on each individual case. Salary range listed does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities.

JKAE is an equal opportunity employer.

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