Construction Administrator Jobs

Construction Administrator jobs are open across commercial construction, architecture, engineering, and public works, from project coordinator to senior and principal levels, with specializations in contract administration, field observation, and owner's representation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles302+
Top stateIllinois
Top employerChicago Public Schools
Top cityChicago, IL
Work type92% On-site
Top industryEducation

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CMTS LLC
Construction Administrator
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CMTS LLC
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Construction Administrator
CMTS LLC
Jacksonville, Florida
Construction Management
Project & Program Management
Administrative & Office Support
Project Management
$35 - $55/hr
On-Site
High School

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Power Design, Inc.
Engineering Construction Administrator
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Power Design, Inc.
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Engineering Construction Administrator
Power Design, Inc.
Saint Petersburg, Florida
Construction Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Stantec
Senior Project Architect / Construction Administrator
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Senior Project Architect / Construction Administrator
Stantec
Los Angeles, California
Construction Management
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Project Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$119k - $179k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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GreenbergFarrow
Construction Administrator
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GreenbergFarrow
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Construction Administrator
GreenbergFarrow
Charleston, South Carolina
Construction Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Beyer Blinder Belle Architects and Planners LLP
Construction Administrator
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Beyer Blinder Belle Architects and Planners LLP
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Construction Administrator
Beyer Blinder Belle Architects and Planners LLP
New York, New York
Construction Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$90k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Construction Administrator Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Chicago Public Schools
    Chicago Public Schools31
  • Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
    Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools10
  • DPR Construction
    DPR Construction8
  • CHA Consulting
    CHA Consulting7
  • Brigham Young University
    Brigham Young University6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education180
  • Construction & Real Estate36
  • Healthcare & Medical Services33
  • Consulting & Professional Services15
  • Manufacturing8

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in construction administrator jobs.

  • 3 to 10 years of construction administration or project management experience on commercial projects
  • Proficiency reviewing shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders against contract documents
  • Experience with project management software such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or Newforma
  • Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
  • Familiarity with AIA contract documents and standard construction administration procedures
  • Architectural licensure (AIA) or progress toward licensure preferred for design-side CA roles

Tips for Your Construction Administrator Job Search

Quantify your submittal and RFI volume

Hiring managers want to see scale. Describe how many submittals you managed per project, how quickly you turned around RFIs, and how many concurrent contracts you administered. Numbers make your experience concrete and comparable to other candidates.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists construction administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Align your resume to the delivery method

Owners, GCs, and design firms each value different CA experience. Call out whether your background is design-side CA, construction management at-risk, or CM-as-agent so hiring managers immediately see the fit for their project delivery model.

Filter openings by contract type handled

Search for postings that name the contract forms you know, whether AIA documents, ConsensusDocs, or owner-developed agreements. Matching your contract experience to the listing signals you can step in without a steep learning curve on documentation.

Prepare a field observation portfolio

Bring two or three project closeout examples to interviews: a punch list you resolved, a nonconforming work log, or a substantial completion package. Concrete artifacts show you understand field-to-contract accountability, not just office coordination.

Negotiate around project phase, not just title

If an offer feels light on compensation, make the case using project phase and complexity. CA work on a phased occupied renovation or a fast-track design-build carries different risk than straightforward new construction, and that distinction supports a stronger ask.

Construction Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most construction administrators?

The companies hiring the most construction administrators right now include Chicago Public Schools, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, and DPR Construction, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Openings are concentrated at architecture and engineering firms, large general contractors, and public agencies managing capital programs.

How many construction administrator jobs are remote?

About 8% of construction administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the field-observation requirements that keep most CA roles at least partially site-dependent. Document control, submittal review, and contract coordination tasks are the sub-areas most likely to be performed remotely.

How do you become a construction administrator?

Start with a degree in architecture, construction management, or civil engineering, then build field exposure through project engineer or assistant PM roles where you handle submittals, RFIs, and punch lists. Pursue AIA contract document training and, if you're on the design side, advance your licensure. CA roles reward candidates who can read construction documents fluently and communicate clearly between the design team and the contractor.

Can you get a construction administrator job with little experience?

Entry-level CA roles do exist, typically titled project coordinator or CA intern, and they focus on submittal logging, meeting minutes, and document control rather than independent contract interpretation. Candidates with internship site exposure, familiarity with Procore or a similar platform, and a solid understanding of construction drawings move to the front of the line even without full-time CA history.

What does the construction administrator interview process look like?

Most CA interviews include an initial HR screen, a technical round with a project manager or principal focused on how you handle RFIs, contractor disputes, and nonconforming work, and often a scenario or case-study discussion. Design firms frequently ask about licensure status and your experience interpreting contract language, while GC-side roles lean heavily on scheduling coordination and change order management examples.

Where can I find and apply to construction administrator jobs?

You can find and apply to construction administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.

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