Construction Admin

Location: Mineola, NY (Hybrid: Tues-Thurs in-office, Mon & Fri remote)
Salary Range: $95,000 – $115,000/year (commensurate with experience)
Employment Type: Full-time

About SLM

We are a well-established, mid-sized architectural firm based in Mineola, NY, with a strong focus on affordable housing, new construction, and rehabilitation projects throughout the New York City area. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, sustainable, and community-driven designs. We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Admin to join our Construction Administration (CA) team and oversee project execution from design through completion.

Position Overview

The Construction Admin will lead the construction administration phase of multiple architectural projects, ensuring that design intent is maintained during construction. The ideal candidate will bring 8–10 years of architectural or construction management experience, particularly with SCA (School Construction Authority), NYCHA, and/or multifamily affordable housing projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the construction phase of assigned architectural projects, ensuring quality control, adherence to specifications, and schedule compliance.
  • Review and process submittals, RFIs, change orders, and site reports.
  • Conduct site visits to monitor progress and address field conditions.
  • Coordinate communication between the architectural design team, contractors, and clients.
  • Manage and document all construction administration activities.
  • Provide clear direction to teams and resolve technical or coordination issues as needed.
  • Represent the firm during site meetings and project closeouts.
  • Make minor changes to drawings in Revit

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • 8–10 years of experience in architectural construction administration or construction management.
  • Demonstrated experience managing SCA and affordable housing/NYCHA projects.
  • Strong knowledge of building systems, construction practices, and NYC codes.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Revit and Autocad
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Procore, and construction documentation platforms.

Types of Projects

  • Affordable housing developments
  • New construction design
  • Building rehabilitations

Work Schedule & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary: $95,000 – $115,000 (based on experience)
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • 401(k) plan with 2% employer match
  • Paid time off, sick days, and 12 paid holidays
  • Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

SLM Architecture P.C. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We conduct all employment-related activities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status (except where certain characteristics are essential bona fide occupational requirements or where a disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), as required by applicable law. SLM welcomes diversity in the workplace. SLM Architecture, P.C. will make reasonable accommodation in the application process for applicants with disabilities, as required by applicable law. Please contact the Office Manager at the Mineola, NY Office to request accommodations.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume, portfolio, and cover letter to SLM Architecture, P.C. via Santressa Bent (sbent at thinkslm dot com) with “Construction Admin Application” in the subject line*.

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