Construction Administrator - K - 12 Projects

Construction Administrator – K-12 Projects

Location: Lawrenceville, GA
Department: Facilities / Capital Programs / Construction
Reports To: Director of Facilities or Construction Manager

Position Summary

The Construction Administrator supports the planning, coordination, and administration of construction projects for K-12 educational facilities, including new school construction, renovations, and capital improvement projects. The role ensures that projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with district standards, building codes, and safety regulations. The Construction Administrator serves as a liaison between architects, contractors, consultants, school administrators, and district leadership during the construction process.

Key Responsibilities

Project Administration

• Assist in managing K-12 school construction and renovation projects from pre-construction through project close-out.

• Maintain construction documentation including contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and pay applications .

• Coordinate communication between architects, engineers, contractors, school leadership, and district staff .

• Track project schedules, budgets, and milestones.

Construction Coordination

• Participate in construction meetings, site inspections, and project progress reviews .

• Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contract documents and construction standards.

• Assist with resolving construction issues, design clarifications, and field changes.

Financial & Contract Administration

• Review and process invoices, contractor pay requests, and change orders .

• Track project expenditures against approved budgets.

• Assist with bid packages, procurement documentation, and vendor coordination.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain project records and ensure compliance with:

  • Local building codes

  • State of Georgia construction requirements

  • School district standards

• Support permitting, inspections, and regulatory documentation.

• Maintain organized digital and physical project files.
  

Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for school administrators, community stakeholders, and district leadership .

• Provide regular updates on construction progress, schedules, and potential impacts to school operations.

Project Close-Out

• Assist with punch lists, final inspections, warranty documentation, and project close-out reports .

• Ensure proper turnover of documentation including as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and warranties .

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

• 3–5 years of experience in construction administration, project coordination, or facilities construction.

• Experience with K-12 school construction projects or public-sector projects preferred .

• Knowledge of construction processes, contract administration, and project documentation.
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and project delivery processes

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and construction management software

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Strong organizational and document control skills

• Ability to collaborate with contractors, architects, and school stakeholders

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with school districts or educational facility construction

• Familiarity with Georgia Department of Education facility guidelines

• Knowledge of public procurement and bidding processes

Work Environment

• Combination of office and field work at school construction sites

• Occasional travel to project sites within the district

• Ability to walk construction sites and attend meeting

Salary - $90,000 - $105,000 with time and a half for OT