Construction Administrator (CM-CA)

Company: ISI Professional Services
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About ISI Professional Services ISI Professional Services provides mission-critical expertise across a wide range of functional and operational areas. ISI brings over 30 years of experience providing tailored workforce and project management solutions across the U.S. we specialize in Program and Project Management, Construction Management, Real Estate Advisory, Acquisition Management, Logistics, Leadership Development, and more. At ISI, our people are the heart of our success. We prioritize engagement, professional growth, and a strong culture to succeed together. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we are proud to support Veterans by creating opportunities for them to succeed. Join ISI and be part of a team making a meaningful impact—delivering excellence and exceeding expectations every step of the way. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. The salary range represents a general guideline as ISI considers several factors when determining compensation to include but not limited to the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and market location of the position. Position Summary ISI seeks a Construction Administrator to provide construction management administrative support for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as part of the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) Infrastructure Upgrade at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. This position will support the onsite CM team and VA COR with project documentation, correspondence, tracking, and coordination activities to ensure construction management processes run efficiently. The Construction Administrator will organize, log, and process submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other construction documentation while assisting with reporting, meeting preparation, and data management. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative discipline, attention to detail, and familiarity with construction documentation and terminology in a healthcare or federal environment. Experience in healthcare projects/facilities is critical. Key Responsibilities Perform administrative and coordination support for the CM team, including correspondence, tracking, and reporting. Receive, review, and process incoming submittals, RFIs, and change order documentation, ensuring proper routing and timely response. Maintain and update logs, databases, and tracking systems for construction documentation using VA-approved platforms such as OpCenter. Prepare and distribute meeting minutes, agendas, and correspondence from notes or brief instructions; maintain records of actions and commitments. Assist with quality assurance recordkeeping, tracking deficiencies and close-out documentation. Support preparation and delivery of weekly and monthly progress reports summarizing construction activity, schedule status, and administrative updates. Coordinate Ball-in-Court tracking to ensure project stakeholders meet action deadlines. Manage and organize digital and physical project files, ensuring accessibility, completeness, and compliance with VA standards. Format, label, and transmit automated documents, data, and reports in prescribed formats. Track contract modifications, RFIs, material submittals, and correspondence logs. Support budget and purchasing documentation, tracking receipts and preparing required reports for submittal. Arrange meetings, conferences, and coordination sessions, including logistics, attendance lists, and agenda preparation. Provide administrative support to Project Manager, Engineers, and Government staff, ensuring efficient workflow and information control. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; or a high school diploma/GED and at least 3 years of construction administration or documentation experience. Demonstrated experience supporting construction documentation workflows such as submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, logs, or schedule tracking. Shall present three (3) projects of the scale and difficulty at which he/she held a similar position as part of the quote package. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and construction documentation tools (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, or VA OpCenter). Ability to organize, track, and communicate project information in a structured and detail-oriented manner. Familiarity with construction terminology, QA/QC documentation, and project recordkeeping. Experience in healthcare projects/facilities is critical. Must be able to obtain and maintain a VA Public Trust clearance. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience supporting VA, DOD, or other federal construction or medical center projects. Knowledge of VA Technical Information Library (TIL) standards and reporting formats. Familiarity with Ball-in-Court tracking, submittal workflows, and federal construction documentation procedures. Experience preparing official correspondence, briefings, and records for federal clients. Physical / Work Environment This position is full-time and onsite at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. Standard 40-hour work week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Work occurs primarily in an office environment but may require occasional site walks to review or deliver documentation. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. and remain in a stationary position for extended periods. To view ISI Professional Services' Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement, please visit: https://www.isiwdc.com/careers/eeo -policy-statement/

Keywords: ISI Professional Services, West New York , Construction Administrator (CM-CA), Administration, Clerical , Philadelphia, New Jersey