Project Administrator
Department: Administration
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Compensation: $72,000 - $78,000 / year
Description
The Project Administrator supports the operational and administrative needs of the RUTS project team, reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager. This role plays a key part in organizing project documentation, preparing invoice support materials, and tracking compliance to ensure accurate, timely coordination with Accounting.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities
• Assist Project Managers with preparing invoice support documentation (photos, COs, timecards, materials) prior to AR handoff.
• Prepare and submit prequalification packages and pre-bid forms.
• Maintain organized contract files and assist with subcontractor onboarding paperwork.
• Track COIs and subcontractor compliance items; flag issues to PMs.
• Coordinate internal project startup meetings and distribute agendas.
• Support project closeout documentation and organize digital turnover files.
• Maintain compliance checklist items (COIs, registrations, prevailing wage tracking, etc.) in coordination with the PM and Project Accountant.
• Track project schedules, compliance deadlines, and billing cycles using Outlook/Teams tools.
• Collect and organize backup documentation for monthly pay apps (lien waivers, certified payroll certs, etc.).
• Monitor and flag compliance gaps that impact pay app submission.
• Support preparation of documents required for Levelset filings.
• Other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required Skills & Experience
• 2+ years in a construction administrative or compliance role (heavy civil preferred).
• Familiarity with COI tracking, lien waivers, certified payroll logs, and project documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); comfort with project tracking tools.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation control.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently.
Education
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent experience in construction documentation or project administration will be considered.
Physical Demands / Work Environment
• Standard office environment with occasional jobsite visits as needed.
• Prolonged sitting; occasional bending, stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of materials or files (up to 15 pounds).
• Mental demands include managing frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and maintaining attention to detail under deadlines.