Construction Administrator Jobs in Ohio
Construction Administrator jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure, and institutional development from entry-level project coordinator roles through senior construction administration positions. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, with established firms like Turner Construction, Messer Construction, and Gilbane Building Company maintaining ongoing Ohio operations and regular openings. The most in-demand specialties include contract management, quality control oversight, and owner's representative work on large-scale public and healthcare projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
What You’ll Do:
- Manage and maintain the company's online Plan Room and bid document repository.
- Upload plans, specifications, addenda, bid tabulations, and related project documents using FTP software.
- Coordinate with project engineers to update Project Bid Information forms with project details.
- Assist project engineers in selecting bid items, specifications, and detail drawings.
- Help project engineers with bid/contract execution schedules.
- Assemble the base bid/contract book, including the table of contents, instructions to bidders, contract forms, supplemental conditions, standard contract requirements, and special funding forms.
- Assist with clerical aspects of addendum preparation and dissemination during the bidding period.
- Review the draft contract book for consistency with the bid item database or ODOT items.
- Coordinate Loan/Grant Applications for OWDA, OPWC, and other agencies.
- Review funding agreements associated with infrastructure contracts to identify deadlines and compliance requirements.
- Communicate and coordinate compliance deadlines with relevant parties.
- Process pay requests and change orders through various agencies including but not limited to OEPA/DEFA, OWDA, OPWC, ARC, and CDGB
What You Bring:
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction industry experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 2+ years of experience with public construction bidding processes, including advertisements for bids, plans and specifications, addenda, bid document distribution, and contractor procurement procedures.
- Experience administering online document repositories, plan rooms, or similar construction-related platforms.
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
- Strong understanding of electronic document management and file organization.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.
Salary Range:
The minimum hourly wage rate for this position is $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
What You’ll Do:
- Manage and maintain the company's online Plan Room and bid document repository.
- Upload plans, specifications, addenda, bid tabulations, and related project documents using FTP software.
- Coordinate with project engineers to update Project Bid Information forms with project details.
- Assist project engineers in selecting bid items, specifications, and detail drawings.
- Help project engineers with bid/contract execution schedules.
- Assemble the base bid/contract book, including the table of contents, instructions to bidders, contract forms, supplemental conditions, standard contract requirements, and special funding forms.
- Assist with clerical aspects of addendum preparation and dissemination during the bidding period.
- Review the draft contract book for consistency with the bid item database or ODOT items.
- Coordinate Loan/Grant Applications for OWDA, OPWC, and other agencies.
- Review funding agreements associated with infrastructure contracts to identify deadlines and compliance requirements.
- Communicate and coordinate compliance deadlines with relevant parties.
- Process pay requests and change orders through various agencies including but not limited to OEPA/DEFA, OWDA, OPWC, ARC, and CDGB
What You Bring:
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction industry experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 2+ years of experience with public construction bidding processes, including advertisements for bids, plans and specifications, addenda, bid document distribution, and contractor procurement procedures.
- Experience administering online document repositories, plan rooms, or similar construction-related platforms.
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
- Strong understanding of electronic document management and file organization.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.
Salary Range:
The minimum hourly wage rate for this position is $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction administrator jobs across Ohio.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, or civil engineering
- Experience with construction contract administration and project documentation review
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or PlanGrid
- Familiarity with Ohio Building Code and local municipality permitting processes
- Strong communication skills for coordinating between owners, contractors, and design teams
- LEED accreditation or Certified Construction Manager credential preferred for senior roles
Construction Administrator Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction administrator in Ohio?
Most construction administrators in Ohio enter the role through a degree in construction management, architecture, or civil engineering, often combined with field or office experience on construction projects. Ohio does not require a state-issued license specifically for construction administration, but roles involving architectural oversight may require coordination with an Ohio-licensed architect of record. Pursuing credentials such as the Certified Construction Manager designation through the Construction Management Association of America strengthens candidacy considerably.
How much do construction administrators make in Ohio?
Construction administrators in Ohio earn a median of about $101,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,800 for the lowest 10% to over $161,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction administrators in Ohio?
Employers hiring construction administrators in Ohio right now include ROMANOFF, Honeywell, and Verdantas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's concentration of large healthcare systems, state infrastructure programs, and higher education institutions creates consistent demand for construction administrators across both private firms and institutional owner-side roles.
Which Ohio cities have the most construction administrator jobs?
Gahanna, Mentor, and Columbus have the most construction administrator openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share due to its rapid commercial and institutional growth, while Cleveland and Cincinnati support steady demand through major healthcare, civic infrastructure, and corporate campus development projects anchored by large regional employers and ongoing urban redevelopment efforts.
Are there remote construction administrator jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction administration is inherently site-dependent, requiring regular presence during construction observations, punch list walkthroughs, and contractor coordination. About 0% of construction administrator openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those arrangements typically apply to document review, submittal processing, and administrative reporting phases rather than active site work.
How can I get hired as a construction administrator in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for project engineer or construction coordinator roles at large Ohio general contractors, which regularly hire candidates with a construction management or architecture degree and no prior field experience. Firms like Messer Construction and Turner Construction run structured associate and internship programs in Ohio. Building a portfolio of coursework drawings, specifications reviews, or volunteer project documentation, and pursuing an internship with an Ohio architecture or CM firm, gives early-career candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to construction administrator jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to construction administrator jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each position.
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