Senior Construction Administrator

HMC Architects • Full-time • Los Angeles, CA, US • 1m ago

Who We Are

HMC Architects is an employee-owned design firm with an inherent desire to make a difference in our communities. As a purpose-driven brand based on values, our mission to design for good drives everything we do. And our ownership culture creates alignment and increased commitment to that mission, keeping us on track to being successful.

What We Do

Founded with the purpose of anticipating community needs, HMC aims to create designs that have a positive impact, now and into the future. We focus primarily on opportunities to have the most direct contribution to communities–through healthcare, education, and civic spaces.

Why Join HMC

As an employee owned company you become an owner after one year—receiving company-provided shares at no cost and building long-term financial growth as the firm succeeds. We also give back through our volunteerism with our Designing Futures Foundation, which advances sustainable and regenerative design and supports the next generation of innovators. In addition to this, we also support our team through:

Culture: We put people over profits, giving them the flexibility to manage their work and life. We believe in fairness, equality in opportunity, and rewarding those who perform.
Wellness: company paid wellness courses, on-site gyms (at select locations), access to financial advisors and discounts to wellness platforms, gyms and more.
Professional Development: LinkedIn learning access, business development training, supportive mentorship, company-paid ARE study materials, exam fees, and licensure completion bonuses.
Comprehensive Comp and Benefits: Base+Bonus+Equity+401k, including student loan repayments, wellness programs, full medical, dental, vision, time off and holidays above industry standard.

Job Summary

The Senior Construction Administrator leads and supports the construction administration phase of medium to large-scale projects. This role serves as the primary on-site representative during construction , providing technical oversight, coordinating project stakeholders, reviewing construction documentation, and ensuring projects are executed in accordance with contract documents, codes, and quality standards. The Senior Construction Administrator works closely with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal project teams to proactively resolve issues, mitigate risk, and support successful project delivery.

The position is located in our Los Angeles, CA office. The regular work schedule is Monday through Thursday 7:30AM to 5:30PM and Friday from 7:30AM to 4:30PM and alternating Fridays off. You will have the opportunity to work remote Mondays and Fridays and will be required to come into the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Responsibilities

Lead construction administration efforts throughout the construction lifecycle.
Review and manage submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications.
Conduct site visits and field observations to ensure quality, compliance, and adherence to design intent.
Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and agencies to resolve project issues and maintain progress.
Evaluate construction costs, change requests, and value engineering opportunities.
Track project issues through resolution and support successful project closeout.
Serve as a primary client contact during construction and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
10+ years of experience in architecture, construction administration, construction management, or a related discipline.
Licensed Architect preferred, preferably in California.
Strong knowledge of construction methods, contract administration, building codes, and regulatory requirements.
Experience reviewing construction documents, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive projects to successful completion.

The salary range for this position is $105,682 - $158,086 annually.

The actual salary offered for this position will vary depending on multiple factors including the 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. The salary range listed above does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, employee stock ownership grants, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities.

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