DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION - Lexington, KY
Omni Architects is currently seeking candidates to serve as our lead construction administrator.
Omni was founded in 1975 to reflect the founding partners’ vision of an inclusive culture: where all stakeholders are involved in the design process, where all staff members shape the firm culture, and where all who experience our buildings benefit from their design. Since then, our reputation for innovative designs, proficient technical execution, and remarkable client service has become well-known throughout the Commonwealth. Our practice has grown through our relationships with repeat clients who know they can trust Omni’s consistent performance on every project.
Omni’s continuous success and high percentage of repeat clientele can be attributed largely to the people we hire. Our team includes a diverse range of generations, skills, strengths, and interests, but there is one common goal: creating thoughtful architecture.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all Omnies are expected to comply with the current Code of Ethics published by the American Institute of Architects.
Required Qualifications
This position will play an essential role on the majority of our projects and will work closely with project team members to successfully complete projects of varying scope and size within each of the markets Omni Architects' serves.
Responsibilities may include:
Omni is committed to the belief that a fulfilling and satisfying career path leads to better design work and a stronger team. As a result, our approach to career advancement allows each individual to determine their own path and the timeline for achieving their personal goals. We have clearly defined expectations for each step of the pathway to firm leadership, with regular review sessions to validate progress. Each Omni is in control of their future and may apply for a promotion once a year.
Benefits
Omni Architects offers a comprehensive benefits package focused on a meaningful work-life balance while working with an amazing team in an exciting, supportive, and encouraging environment. We also offer flexible work hours to accommodate each person’s schedule, childcare responsibilities, etc. Salary and other compensation are based on qualifications and previous experience, with a signing bonus for qualified candidates. All Omnies participate in our end-of-the-year bonus program.
Paid time off includes:
Submit your resume.
Omni Architects is currently seeking candidates to serve as our lead construction administrator.
Omni was founded in 1975 to reflect the founding partners’ vision of an inclusive culture: where all stakeholders are involved in the design process, where all staff members shape the firm culture, and where all who experience our buildings benefit from their design. Since then, our reputation for innovative designs, proficient technical execution, and remarkable client service has become well-known throughout the Commonwealth. Our practice has grown through our relationships with repeat clients who know they can trust Omni’s consistent performance on every project.
Omni’s continuous success and high percentage of repeat clientele can be attributed largely to the people we hire. Our team includes a diverse range of generations, skills, strengths, and interests, but there is one common goal: creating thoughtful architecture.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all Omnies are expected to comply with the current Code of Ethics published by the American Institute of Architects.
Required Qualifications
- Professional Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- A minimum of ten years directly related to the construction industry, with field experience in understanding the means and methods of construction on actual projects
- Ability to successfully work with a wide variety of types of people and develop consensus, and to resolve conflicts when necessary
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while looking ahead to anticipate and resolve potential problems before they occur
- Experience working with construction collaboration software such as eCommunications, Autodesk Construction Cloud, PlanGrid, Procore, etc.
- Experience using Adobe Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and construction scheduling software
This position will play an essential role on the majority of our projects and will work closely with project team members to successfully complete projects of varying scope and size within each of the markets Omni Architects' serves.
Responsibilities may include:
- Participation in weekly workload meetings to communicate current activities, workload, and project status.
- Direct client contact through all phases of each project.
- Review of all design work for potential issues with phasing, coordination, maintenance and operations, estimating, scheduling, and constructability.
- Specifications writing, particularly Division 1 and front-end documents.
- Submittals review and processing with support of the Project Manager.
- Reviewing construction schedules prepared by the construction team.
- Processing all contract modifications including Requests for Information, Architect’s Supplementary Instructions, and Change Orders.
- Conducting on site observations and preparing field reports.
- Leading and documenting progress meetings.
- Review of the construction team’s Applications for Payment.
- Leading the project closeout and warranty period process.
- Participation in marketing activities, as appropriate, including client meetings, proposal development, and interviews for potential projects.
Omni is committed to the belief that a fulfilling and satisfying career path leads to better design work and a stronger team. As a result, our approach to career advancement allows each individual to determine their own path and the timeline for achieving their personal goals. We have clearly defined expectations for each step of the pathway to firm leadership, with regular review sessions to validate progress. Each Omni is in control of their future and may apply for a promotion once a year.
Benefits
Omni Architects offers a comprehensive benefits package focused on a meaningful work-life balance while working with an amazing team in an exciting, supportive, and encouraging environment. We also offer flexible work hours to accommodate each person’s schedule, childcare responsibilities, etc. Salary and other compensation are based on qualifications and previous experience, with a signing bonus for qualified candidates. All Omnies participate in our end-of-the-year bonus program.
Paid time off includes:
- Eight paid federal holidays, including a full day for Christmas Eve.
- Two weeks of paid vacation per year, with the ability to increase this over time.
- Five additional vacation days that may be added to holiday weekends during the year.
- Two weeks of sick time per year that may be used for personal illness, caring for a sick child, parent, or other family member.
- Paid time off for professional development activities.
- Paid time off to vote in all elections.
- Paid time off to participate in community involvement events.
- Paid dues for licensure and AIA membership, including Assoc. AIA for non-licensed personnel.
- A SIMPLE IRA retirement plan using your choice of brokerages.
- FREE health insurance with multiple plan options, with an option for a pre-tax health savings account.
- FREE dental insurance.
- FREE vision insurance.
- FREE long-term disability insurance.
- FREE $25,000 life insurance.
- FREE assigned parking spot in our private lot.
Submit your resume.