Join our dynamic A/E retail studio to support a national brand retail client on high volume, small format construction projects. Thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment that values precision and deep construction expertise. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented leaders eager to mentor junior staff while driving excellence across multidisciplinary teams.

Job Responsibilities:

• Construction Administrator II works independently with minimal supervision to facilitate project communication between the construction and design teams to ensure the design intent is achieved allowing the project design teams to focus on current projects in the design process and consults with them on discrepancies in submittals/shop drawings and RFIs that need design attention. Travel to observe construction projects in the mid-west, mid-Atlantic, and southeast on a reoccurring basis is required.

Job Duties:

• Observe construction activities and document conformance with approved construction drawings/plans, project requirements, standards, and specifications

• Report exceptions or deviations from approved plans, specifications, and/or construction issues to project manager, construction contractor supervisor, and/or other appropriate party

• Prepare prompt and accurate field reports summarizing field operations/installations, plan deviations, and corrective actions

• Review and process all construction administrative tasks such as processing submittals, shop drawings, and all RFIs in a timely manner

• Possess strong communication skills

• Mentor & train junior staff

• Communicate on a regular basis with the design team

• May include additional tasks to include but not limited to:

  • Specification editing/writing

  • Code Analysis

  • Quality control/quality assurance

  • Construction design directive review

About HFA
HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people first driven environment. We build partnerships based on the integration of design thinking and project delivery. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we have developed a people-centric culture where we value our people at all levels. With a focus on well-being, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and a flexible work schedule.

Our team members have access to professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work.

Job Qualifications

Management Requirements: None required
Education Requirements: Professional degree in the architecture, engineering, or construction management
Licensure Requirements: Not required, but professional licensure preferred