Job Details


Construction


Project Administrator  Albany, NY  Posted: 3/19/2026
Job Description

Job ID#:

5153

Job Category:

Construction


Project Administrator

Location: Near Albany, NY
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Our growing construction-focused client is seeking a highly organized Project Administrator to support project management teams with administrative coordination, documentation, and project tracking. This role plays a key part in ensuring projects run smoothly by managing contracts, tracking project data, and supporting communication across teams.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.


Key Responsibilities

Project & Contract Support

  • Assist with preparation and administration of owner and subcontractor contracts
  • Track insurance certificates, bonds, and compliance documentation
  • Support project managers with contract execution and documentation


Bidding & Procurement Support

  • Participate in bid processes, including coordinating vendor outreach and organizing bid submissions
  • Assist in preparing bid documentation and tracking responses


Project Tracking & Documentation

  • Monitor submittals, RFIs, and project documentation to ensure timely completion
  • Prepare and distribute reports related to budgets, schedules, and project status
  • Assist with change order tracking and documentation


Closeout & Financial Support

  • Help gather and organize documentation required for project closeout
  • Track subcontractor agreements, purchase orders, and budget-related data
  • Assist with assembling final project documentation packages


Administrative Support

  • Provide general office support including answering phones, greeting visitors, and handling mail
  • Support multiple team members with administrative tasks as needed

 
Job Requirements

 

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience, ideally in construction or project-based environments
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Experience with construction management software (e.g., Prolog, Viewpoint) a plus
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently


Key Skills

  • Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in documentation
  • Ability to support multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong communication and coordination skills
  • Problem-solving mindset with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment

 

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redShift Recruiting is the region's premier recruiting agency with over 100 years of combined experience in the recruiting field. We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions. Our superior service combined with our highly qualified and carefully selected bank of candidates sets us apart.




 

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