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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

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We’re seeking a Construction Contract Administration Professional to be based in Irvine, CA, responsible for leading construction contract administration services, managing project-related risks, and supporting project, business, and technical functions throughout construction. As a member of our CCA team, you will serve as a key member of the Construction Administration team supporting multi-discipline projects from bid support through construction and project closeout. You will primarily support federal projects for the United States Department of Defense (DoD) clients, Federal Civilian type contracts, and various Defense Contractors with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery methods. The successful candidate will lead projects virtually with some field presence as required by project and client needs.

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional with demonstrated experience administering complex construction contracts, building productive relationships with clients and contractors, identifying project risks, assisting with issue resolution, and exercising sound professional judgment while managing assigned responsibilities with moderate supervision.

Experience supporting federal projects for DoD clients, Federal Civilian, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), National Park Service (NPS), and various Defense Contractors is strongly preferred.

This position follows a hybrid work model. Employees are required to work from their assigned Jacobs office, client site, or project site a minimum of two days per week (40% of scheduled work time) when not assigned to project site activities. Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance of the hiring office. Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you and your teams can evolve, grow, and succeed.  

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as a key CCA team member for assigned projects, managing construction administration responsibilities while coordinating with clients, contractors, design teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of construction-related activities, including document control, sequencing of work, and construction execution, as well as building systems and architectural/engineering disciplines. Effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse project stakeholders, clients, contractors, and design professionals.
• Assist in identifying, evaluating, and communicating contractual, cost, quality, schedule, and constructability risks and support project teams in implementing mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate project impacts arising from RFIs, submittals, differing site conditions, contractor requests, delays, and change proposals. Support claims avoidance strategies through proactive issue resolution and documentation. Assist project teams and clients in mitigating risks before escalation into disputes, claims, or schedule impacts , and maintain documentation necessary to support project decisions and defend contract interpretations.
• Review, interpret, and apply construction drawings, Division 01 specifications, General Conditions, Supplemental Conditions, technical specifications, agreements, and other contract documents in support of construction-phase decision making and contract administration activities.
• Establish and maintain project-specific document control procedures, records management systems, and Construction Information System (CIS) to ensure accurate, complete, and auditable project documentation.
• Manage the processing and tracking of RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, product data, samples, project correspondence, and other contractual documentation. Monitor review timelines, coordinate stakeholder input, and maintain project logs to support timely decision-making and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Coordinate and lead project related team meetings and discussions.
• Understand relationships, roles, and responsibilities of the project team related to subcontracts and subcontractors.
• Successfully manage/support multiple construction projects simultaneously within Construction Administration budgets and in accordance with the contracted scope.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the Client's Construction Manager while building and maintaining productive relationships with Design Managers, End Users, General Contractors, and other project stakeholders throughout construction phase activities.
• Facilitate the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders during construction.
• Provide guidance on contract administration policies and procedures.
• Confer with project team to discuss and resolve project issues.
• Review, coordinate, and address project related correspondence by the client, design team and/or contractor as applicable to the project requirements set forth by the scope of work (SOW)/Contract.
• Coordinate Site/Base access and security requirements. 
• Assist/develop the Punch List (i.e. Substantial Completion List of Correction Items list) completion observation with determination list of potential deficiencies per field reviews in conjunction with the design team representatives.
• Attend the General Contractors weekly or bi-weekly OAC Quality Assurance construction progress meetings with the Client and other participants via virtual and/or on-site attendance.
• Make periodic visits to the site performing Field Consultations During Construction (FCDC) and generate field observation reports as to the progress, compliance, observed concerns, and quality of work.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related discipline and 5+ years of construction contract administration, construction management, resident engineering, owner's representative, or related experience; or 8+ years of demonstrated construction contract administration experience in lieu of a degree.
• One or more relevant professional certifications preferred, including CDT, CCCA, CCM, CCQM, CQM-C, PMP, DBIA, PE, or RA.
• Strong multi-discipline technical background and understanding of construction contract administration processes, including RFIs, submittals, change management, contractor correspondence, project documentation, and construction-phase coordination.
• In-depth understanding of construction contract documents, including drawings, specifications, Division 01 requirements, General Conditions, Supplemental Conditions, and construction contract administration procedures.
• Proficiency with Construction Information Systems (CIS), Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and related construction administration technologies.
• Experience serving in a client-facing construction contract administration, construction management, resident engineering, or owner's representative role supporting multi-discipline project teams.
• United States Citizenship.

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

106,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

185,400.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $106,000.00 to $185,400.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 22, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

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Irvine	California	United States

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For subcontractor, Work at office, 2 days per week

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