Construction Administrator at LRS Federal in West Haven, CT

Position - Construction Administrator

Company Overview:

LRS Federal is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned business providing facility lifecycle services, focusing on planning, design, and construction management for federal facilities. As a veteran-led organization we are committed to understanding our clients' challenges and delivering efficient and economic solutions to their mission needs. Primary clients in the US Army Corps of Engineer, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, Department of Homeland Security, and US Department of Agriculture.

Position Overview:

Provide Construction Management (CM) support for the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) infrastructure projects at the West Haven VA Medical Center. The Construction Administrator will support the Resident Engineer, COR, and Project Manager throughout construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor construction activities for adherence to contract documents, project specifications, and quality standards—identifying and reporting deficiencies and incongruities in contractors’ work.
• Understand and interpret baseline schedules; assist in determining the value of work in place and facilitate timely project progress.
• Collaborate closely with General and Sub-contractors, facilitating effective site operations and efficient building construction management.
• Prepare, analyze, and review project documentation, ensuring all work meets the requirements of the task order scope.
• Maintain comprehensive records and dossiers, documenting work experience and completed projects to demonstrate competency and accountability.
• Utilize a range of software programs for project monitoring, data compilation, reporting, and construction documentation.

Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning preferred; alternatively, a minimum of three (3) years of relevant construction work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated experience in construction administration, with a strong understanding of field operations, project management, and quality assurance processes.
• Proven ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret construction documents and schedules.
• Experience with General and Sub-contractor site operations and the overall process of managing building construction projects.
• Proficient in communication, both verbal and written, with strong organizational and language skills.
• Advanced computer literacy with the ability to utilize project management and construction software (e.g., MS Project, Procore, Primavera, or similar platforms).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Must present a detailed dossier of work experience, including identification of completed projects and demonstration of competency in construction administration.