Senior Construction Administrator

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Job Description: DIVISION: Acquisition & Development Construction POSITION PURPOSE: As Senior Construction Administrator, you manage all aspects of Construction Department policies and procedures as well as assigned new-build or renovation construction projects. You deliver projects “on time, on budget”, in compliance with the National Church Residences Design Standards, in compliance with all Department procedures and management of the construction schedule on behalf of the organization. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES: Manage and hold all Construction Department meetings and ensure attendance and document compliance by all Department members. Manage Construction Department workload assignments in collaboration with the VP of Design & Construction Management. Lead all aspects of the renovation project “Meet & Greets” and staff preconstruction meetings on behalf of the Department. Responsible for the standardization of Construction Department procedures, documentation and the compliance with those procedures. Manage all “high risk” projects determined in collaboration with the VP of Design & Construction Management. Meet 100% draw attendance at LIHTC and high-risk construction projects; 80% draw attendance at medium/low-risk construction projects. Ensure all Field reports from these meetings are distributed in an accurate and timely manner. Ensure project budget is maintained and project construction contingency is used in compliance with agency/National Church Residences expectations. Attend all pre-construction meetings with the Architect, contractor, staff/residents and other stakeholders while ensuring documentation of meeting topics are distributed (Minutes.). Ensure that the Environmental Workbook is maintained during construction and hand-off of Environmental Workbook to Property Manager/RPL. Ensure all Certificates of Occupancy, Permission to Occupy, Substantial Completion and Item of Delayed Completion documents are received and filed in a timely manner. Ensure warranty/O&M manual/As-built procedures are followed and attend 9-month and 11-month warranty review inspections. Attend monthly Project Update Meetings and distribute information on project schedule and construction progress. When the project delivery is phased, provide “easy reference” Construction Delivery Schedule for each Monthly Project Update Meeting. Ensure that contractual obligations relating to the Contract for Construction, Owner Architect Agreement or any financial obligations are met. Manage relationships with our project partners (Architect/GC/HUD/ Housing Agencies/Syndicator/Inspectors/etc.) relating construction requirements and compliance during construction & post-construction. Ensure all National Church Residences Design Standards, LEED/green requirements are being maintained during the course of construction. Ensure communication to Housing and Healthcare operations managers relating to construction schedules and activities are properly delivered and maintained and ensure projects receive proper certifications and licensing as required for each facility. Manage construction schedule to ensure accurate/timely reporting back to Relocation Manager and FF&E Procurement and Design Manager. PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS: Successfully manage the project budget, schedule and quality compliance for each new-build or renovation project assigned. Perform in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines of the Construction Department and the Acquisitions & Development Department. QUALIFICATIONS Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree Experience Required: Minimum of 4 years' project or construction management experience, preferably in the field of multi-family affordable housing or a related field. Must be LEED Green Associate Accredited. Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking experience; Well organized and able to manage and prioritize people/projects/tasks; Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets and schedules; Ability to work with various stakeholders in order to gain consensus and provide positive outcomes; Ability to critically analyze policies and procedures and provide guidance in the management and revision of those systems; Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Outlook, Excel and other web-based construction management systems as required for this position. Ability to travel within the US and PR 70% required. In return, National Church Residences offers an excellent total reward package that includes: Medical & Rx – 3 plan options to fit your budget; choose from coverage offered through a Nationwide network for you and your family Complimented with a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account or Employer funded Health Savings Account Includes Fertility & Family Building Support, Weight Management, and Chronic Condition Support Parental Leave paid at 100% for four weeks Coverage begins first of the month following your date of hire! Dental & Vision coverage for you and your family with Nationwide providers Company provided Life & ADD insurance and Disability coverage Voluntary benefits such as Life & ADD for you and your family, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Pet Coverage Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care (with company match) and Transportation & Parking Well-being Programs including an enhanced EAP with mental health and work-life support, tobacco cessation, and Well-Being Your Way which offers up to $1000/year in rewards & reimbursements! 3-4-5 Retirement Program offering immediate company funding at 3%, increasing up to 5% over time and an additional company match up to 5% when you contribute your own funds! Reimbursement for Tuition expenses Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid Holidays *Programs vary depending on Full Time, Part Time or Contingent Status #LI-TS1 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.