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Overview:
HKS Fort Worth is seeking a Sr. Construction Administrator to join our team.
Overview
A recognized leader in construction administration who provides technical leadership and acts as an advisor on large scale projects. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions in application of codes and building systems. Endorses the firm's values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication.
Responsibilities:
Manges and leads team through Construction Phase Activities for several concurrent projects, including jobsite meetings, correspondence, submittals and payment application reviews Works closely and diligently with Owner, Architect/Engineer Team, and Contractor representatives to achieve project goals/requirements, and employs standard protocol for communication with and between team members to include the Owner, Architect/Engineer team and Contractor representatives Proactively applies knowledge of codes and all types of building systems (architectural, civil, structural, etc.) to projects Reviews and manages Requests for Information (RFI) and submittals and maintains current documents using HKS' construction document management software Effectively communicates with design team to gain understanding of design intent Monitors owner and/or contractor directed changes for requests that fall outside of basic services agreement; notifies PM of any potential additional services Checks submittals (i.e., shop drawings and product data) to determine conformance with project contract documents, design intent as well as HKS standards, best practices and quality expectations Performs periodic site visits, observations and inspections and prepares field reports Evaluates cost-related aspects of the project and administers change orders, proposed changes, construction change directives, substitutions, time delays and payment applications in accordance with contract and project requirements Builds consensus among team members and achieve project goals by facilitating communication between Owner, Architect, Contractor and Consultants and by maintaining current knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement, Architect-Consultant Agreement and any additional services agreements Leads and collaborates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines Responsible for preparing and/or reviewing meeting minutes and appropriate documents for consultant coordination meetings Develops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talent Manages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team Actively promotes and incorporates the firm's principles of 'design excellence' through the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design Delivers project on defined budget requirements and maintains accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate Supports the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules May participate in marketing interviews
Qualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Construction Science or related field preferred Architectural Registration preferred Typically 10+ years of experience Sustainable design accreditation preferred Experience with architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Newforma, 3D modeling software and PDF-editing software preferred Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred Strong knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines Strong knowledge of the Owner-Architect Agreement, Owner-Contractor Agreement and Architect-Consultant Agreements Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines and QA/QC process Advanced knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents Experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing Travel required
#LI-KT1 If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal. HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
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HKS, Inc
May 20, 2026