Construction Administration

Darden Architects is seeking an experienced individual to join our staff and provide Construction Administration services.

Job activities include:

● Visiting the construction site during construction, to maintain familiarity with the progress and quality of the work, and to determine if the work observed is being performed accordance with the Contract Documents.

● Review and process Submittals, Shop Drawings, Change Order Requests and respond to Requests for Information.

● Maintain a record of all correspondence and all changes in the Work.

● Assist in authority having jurisdiction review and approval when required and manage project certification and closeout.

● Construction Administrator shall work with the Design Team to interpret and decide matters concerning performance under, and requirements of, the Contract Documents.

● Construction Administrator shall work with the Project Architect to render initial decisions on all construction related issues or claims.

● Review and certify the payment amounts due the Contractor and issue certificates in such amounts to the Owner.

● Conduct final review and observations to determine the date of Substantial Completion.

Desired skills and experience:

● 3+ years construction experience required.

● Ability to read and understand construction documents, plans, and specifications required.

● Bachelor’s Degree preferred

● DSA, OSHPD or HCAi experience preferred

● California Architectural license preferred.

● Experience with the building information modeling (BIM) software REVIT is a plus.

● Proficient in the use of Bluebeam software preferred.

● Knowledge of Microsoft software (Word/Excel/Access) is preferred.

● Capable of conducting ‘document reviews’ for the purposes of coordinating the drawings and specifications before they go out to bid, and for constructability.

● The ability to review and analyze construction schedules

● Applicant must work well as part of a group and embrace opportunities to learn.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range $70,000 - $115,000 dependent upon experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package:

● 401(k)

● 401(k) matching

● Health Insurance

● Life Insurance

● Paid Time Off

Full-time position located in Fresno, California.

About Darden Architects

Darden Architects is driven by imagination, craft, and a desire to produce enduring value through artistic skill and innovation. Founded in 1959, we prioritize design excellence by staying aligned with functional trends and continually evolving with intention. We move forward with purpose, not just momentum. We’re driven by a deep aversion to stagnation, inauthenticity, and mediocrity. Our mindset fuels a culture rooted in ongoing learning, a readiness for what’s next, and a disciplined commitment to thoughtful, refined design. Words like stability, vision, enduring value, and “think different” resonate, reflecting our undertone of creative exploration. We inspire through progression toward design excellence, proving capability in complex, regulated industries while maturing into trusted leadership.

Darden Architects is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and internship. Darden Architects makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person