Construction Administrator - Field Representative

Humphreys & Partners Architects is seeking a highly skilled Construction Administrator to support our Western Region (CA, AZ, NV, CO) job sites. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in the field, excels at coordinating with owners and contractors, and ensures construction aligns with contract documents and design intent. Based in Phoenix, AZ, this position requires a minimum of 25% travel to project sites and plays a critical role in guiding projects from construction through successful completion.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret construction Contract Documents, track the progress of work, and reconcile any conflicting interests of owners and contractors
• Observe construction for conformity to Contract Documents and specifications
• Establish open lines of communication between the owner, contractor, and project staff
• Review contractor’s requests for payment and change orders for validity
• Prepare field reports and work with Contractor and Owner to close non-conforming observations.
• Work with HUD Representatives and navigate through HUD field documentation
• Coordinate monthly travel schedule to assigned job sites
• Minimum 25% travel, nationwide
• Maintain favorable working relationships with clients and contractors
• Consult with and report on construction related issues with the architectural project team and consultants
• Assist in closing out completed projects with Contractor, Owner and project staff.
• Review submittals and RFIs based off of the Contract Documents.

More about you:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field, or equivalent experience;
• 4-10 years of experience
• Thorough understanding of architectural/construction terminology and building codes and standards
• Ability to communicate, negotiate, and resolve disputes
• Keen observational skills
• Ability to document observations, non-conforming items and field communication
• Ability to organize and manage project records
• Ability to work and travel independently
• Travel to construction sites across the U.S. as required per project (Valid U.S. Driver’s License required)
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
• Excellent clear concise written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to walk job sites and construction stairs
• Positive attitude and driven to succeed

This job description is not designated to contain a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Company Information:

Established in 1991, Humphreys & Partners Architects is North America’s leading multifamily architecture design firm. With an impressive portfolio of projects developed across the country, our teams licensed nationwide combined with our exclusive trademarked concepts, more developers rely on our expertise and experience to bring their multifamily developments from concept to completion than any other firm. For over 30 years, Humphreys has provided high-quality, innovative planning, and design services. This award-winning firm specializes in multifamily, mixed-use, and hospitality/resort design, and has extensive experience in high-rise, mid-rise, student housing, senior living, tax credit, affordable, moderate, and luxury communities.

Additional Details:

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Travel: Minimum of 25%

Sponsorship: Not available for this role

FLSA: Exempt