Overview Our client, a multidisciplinary engineering firm specializing in complex public infrastructure and facility projects, is seeking a Construction Administration Project Manager to support projects from construction through closeout. This role serves as the owner’s representative and primary construction administration lead , coordinating between engineers, contractors, owners, and project stakeholders.
The position is documentation-heavy and requires someone who can independently navigate drawings and specifications, proactively resolve issues, and confidently manage contractor communications.
This full-time, remote position is
strongly preferred for candidates residing in Washington State
with the ability to travel to project sites (often in Eastern Washington/Spokane and other regions as needed). Travel typically ranges from
every two weeks to once per month
depending on project phase and activity, and may include occasional single-night overnight stays.
Pay range: $125,000 - $150,000 DOE
Benefits
Paid Sick Leave: Up to 52 hours accrued annually
Paid Time Off: Two weeks accrued annually
Unpaid Leave: Available with advance notice and management coordination
Health Benefits: 50% of employee-only health insurance premiums covered
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day construction administration activities for assigned projects from construction kickoff through closeout
Lead and facilitate pre-construction meetings, including agenda development and documentation of outcomes
Attend and manage recurring progress/coordination meetings; prepare and distribute clear meeting minutes, action items, and follow-ups
Review, track, and coordinate RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and related logs; research answers in drawings/specifications before escalating to engineering disciplines
Serve as a key point of contact between engineers, contractors, owners, architects, and project managers to resolve construction issues in the owner’s best interest
Review contractor pay applications (progress billings) and validate work-in-place prior to approval, providing feedback and corrections as needed
Review change orders and contractor pricing for reasonableness; provide recommendations to the owner regarding scope, cost, and schedule impacts
Conduct site visits/field observations to verify work conforms to design intent and contract requirements; document findings and drive resolution
Develop, issue, and track punch lists; confirm completion of corrective work
Support project closeout activities, including review of O&M manuals, warranties, training documentation, and record documents
Maintain a high standard of documentation and professional communication while appropriately enforcing project requirements with contractors
Requirements
Significant experience in construction administration and/or construction project management (engineering/AE firm CA experience strongly preferred; construction PM background also considered)
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and to independently locate answers within project documents (comfort reviewing large specification packages required)
Experience managing RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, action logs, change orders, and construction documentation workflows
Experience coordinating with contractors, subcontractors, engineers, architects, owners, and inspectors in active construction environments
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with contractors, including the ability to hold firm on documentation, schedule discipline, and contract requirements
Ability to travel regularly to project sites throughout Washington (typically every two weeks to monthly, project-dependent); occasional overnight travel expected
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to pass background checks and agency-specific clearance processes required for work in secure/government facilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting public-sector/government clients and secure facilities (corrections, behavioral health, institutional, etc.)
Experience with pay application review, contractor pricing review, and change management in an owner-rep/CA capacity
Familiarity with project closeout processes including punch lists, warranties, O&M manuals, and record documentation
Experience with commercial, municipal, institutional, infrastructure, government, or MEP-related projects
Proficiency with project/document management systems and construction administration tools
Work sponsorship is not available at this time. Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position.
ACS Professional Staffing will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to the applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.
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