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As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?\nWatch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'\nEach and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.\nWe believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.\nHDR is looking for a Senior Construction Contract Administrator to join our Architecture team in Raleigh. In this role, we'll count on you to be on site with our client in the Raleigh area for the duration of construction to:\nConstruction Administration & Contract Compliance\nRepresent HDR in construction administration activities in accordance with contract requirements, policies, and applicable procedures.\nIntake, review, log, and track RFIs, submittals, potential change items, and other contractor correspondence for contractual and procedural compliance.\nIdentify appropriate distribution lists and route documents to appropriate stakeholders for review and response.\nTrack responses and ensure timely closure of all construction correspondence through project document control systems.\nDraft correspondence, responses, task orders, change orders, and other contract-related documentation.\nConduct project observations to determine the progress of the work and general compliance with contract documents.\nCoordinate and assist with providing clarification and enforcement of construction documents, including processing of contractor requests for information.\nObtain, review, process, document and maintain records relevant to a project, including but not limited to claims, change proposals and change orders, request for information, correspondence, payment application, contract documents, and other related documentation.\nDemonstrate knowledge while performing QA/QC reviews\nPerform other duties as needed\nDocument Control, Reporting & Pay Applications\nMaintain accurate and complete project records, logs, and correspondence files in project management systems.\nCoordinate with design team staff to ensure documents are properly filed, indexed, and retrievable.\nPrepare monthly project reports, summaries, dashboards, and status updates for the Owner.\nMeeting Support & Project Coordination\nAttend weekly construction solutions meetings, look-ahead schedule meetings, and other project meetings on behalf of the Owner’s team.\nPrepare clear, accurate, and detailed meeting minutes documenting discussions, decisions, action items, responsible parties, and due dates; obtain approval of meeting minutes from attendees.\nDistribute meeting minutes in accordance with established procedures and track action items to closure.\nAssist HDR’s Project Manager by identifying unresolved issues, recurring risks, and coordination concerns discussed during meetings.\nCoordinate with third-party stakeholders as needed.\nSchedule Awareness & Look-Ahead Review\nReview and understand contractor provided schedules and short-term planning documents.\nAssist the Construction Manager in tracking planned versus actual activities and identifying potential conflicts, constraints, or coordination issues.\nCoordinate with construction management, inspection staff, and third-party stakeholders to verify upcoming work activities reflected in look-ahead schedules.\nMaintain logs or summaries of activities and required actions as directed.\nClaims & Dispute Support\nSupport HDR’s Project Manager with research, documentation review, and fact-finding related to disputes and claims.\nAssist in development of fact-finding reports, chronologies, and position papers to support dispute resolution and claims avoidance.\nMaintain organized and complete records to support negotiations and issue resolution.\nGeneral Support\nAdvise HDR’s Project Manager and project staff of document status, outstanding actions, and administrative risks.\nPerform other construction administration and project support duties as required to support successful project delivery.\nPreferred Qualifications\nLicensed architect or engineer, local candidates are preferred\nAbility to interpret construction schedules\nAbility to problem solve and provide solution sets to HDR’s Project Manager\nBachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience\nDemonstrated construction administration experience on large healthcare projects\nFundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction\nAbility to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents\nAbility to work in a team environment\n*LI-SM1\nRequired Qualifications\n7 years contract-related experience; advanced degree or contract certification program may substitute for years of experience \nWorking to expert knowledge of contracting concepts and company and client requirements \nProfessional, self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented with the flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment \nAbility to work independently and meet deadlines, with minimal management oversight \nProficient with Microsoft Office software, including complex MS Excel spreadsheets with formulas \nExcellent writing and people skills \nStrong math, analytical and organizational skills \nAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must \nSponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position\nWhat We Believe\nHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.\nOur Commitment\nAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.\nOur eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. 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