Construction Administrator

Construction Administrator

BL Companies is growing and currently seeking a Construction Administrator to join our team in our Meriden office. This role supports our Architecture and MEP departments, working closely to ensure quality, coordination, and clear communication throughout the construction phase.

The Construction Administrator will participate in client meetings, project presentations, field walkthroughs, and evaluation reviews. Occasional travel to job sites and other BL office locations will be required.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform on site evaluation of architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical systems as part of condition evaluation reviews, existing condition surveys or punch-list walkthroughs

• Perform Quality Control reviews of in-house Architectural, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Designs

• Serve as the liaison between the Design Team and the Owner/Contractor during the Construction Phase of in-house designs

• Administer Contractors AIA Contracts on behalf of clients

• Help to facilitate the response to Contractor Requests for Information (RFI) and Submittals

• Review contractor submittals for select architectural systems and components

Required Experience:

• 5+ years experience in the design (architectural), construction management or construction administration field.

• Degree in in Construction Management or Architecture (preferred).

• Possess knowledge of architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical design, systems and components.

• Ability to travel 25-50%

• Knowledge of CAD or REVIT is a plus

• Good writing and communication skills

• Knowledge of Bluebeam, Procore, MSWord, MS Excel helpful

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously

BL Companies is 100% employee owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Years paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.

Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.