Construction Administrator (Contract Administrator)

Construction Administrator (Contract Administrator)

Salary

$81,972.80 - $132,932.80 Annually

Location

Metro Plant - 2400 Childs Rd. St. Paul MN 55106, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00103

Division

Environmental Services

Department

WW P&CD Construction Srvcs

Opening Date

08/20/2026

Closing Date

9/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

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WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Join an award-winning wastewater industry leader in protecting our environment! Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) operates and maintains the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. It also provides coordinated long-range water resources and supply planning, and air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. MCES treatment plants consistently earn state and national awards for complete compliance with their environmental permits. MCES received a Governor's Award as a Great Place to Work. To find out more about the Environmental Services division, please click on the link for more information: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water.aspx.

Our Environmental Services Division has three (3) vacancies for a Construction Administrator (Contract Administrator) with openings in any of the three disciplines 1) Civil/Structural 2) Mechanical, and 3) Electrical.

THIS IS A REPOST. If you have previously applied, you do not need to reapply.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The role of the Contract Administrator is to assist in the administration and management of MCESs capital construction projects to ensure that they are executed promptly, according to plans and specifications, within industry quality standards, and budget requirements.

Note:

• This position is eligible for a hybrid (remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidates permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

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What you would do in this job

Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Civil / Structural

• Inspecting, completing daily field observation reports, and evaluating work (primarily civil and structural)

OR

Mechanical

• Inspecting, completing daily field observation reports, and evaluating work (primarily mechanical, such as process, steam, plumbing, sewer, and refrigeration piping; equipment and pump installation; HVAC and process control systems; sheet metal installation)

OR

Electrical

• Inspecting, completing daily field observation reports, and evaluating work (primarily electrical, such as power, instrumentation and control, backup support systems including UPS and generators, checkout and startup of process systems).

All three of the above disciplines will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the administration of construction contracts.
• Preparing estimates, modifications, and associated documentation for change orders. Negotiating or assisting in the negotiation of change orders, contract conflicts, or claims. Reviewing and processing requests for payment.
• Maintaining files and documentation, coordinating the routing and approval of drawings and material submissions. Ensuring contractor compliance with the MCES safety program.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of completed education in Construction Management or a related field, and experience in (heavy/commercial/industrial) construction management and/or field experience, with emphasis in the civil/structural, mechanical, or electrical discipline (must include experience with 480V to 13.8 KV).

• Bachelors degree or higher AND three (3) years of experience.
• Associates degree AND five (5) years of experience.
• High School Diploma or GED AND seven (7) years of experience.

License Requirements

• Valid drivers license with acceptable driving record

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with Industrial Structural/Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical construction. Experience in wastewater treatment technologies and utility installations.
• Experience in the construction of capital projects for wastewater collection and treatment systems.
• Experience with project or document management software, including e-Builder.
• Experience in construction management methods and/or technologies.
• Experience in engineering design and construction principles.
• Experience with contract documents, including terms and conditions.
• Experience with Lockout/Tagout of mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Experience with Arc Flash studies and the practices surrounding Arc Flash.
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA).
• Experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment.

What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have:

• Knowledge of contract documents, including terms and conditions.
• Knowledge of construction management methods/techniques.
• Knowledge of engineering design and construction principles.
• Knowledge and skill in persuasion in dealing with others, both inside and outside of the department.
• Ability to problem solve.

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Additional information

Union/Grade: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees/Grade G

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Safety sensitive: No

Full Salary Range: $39.41 -$63.91 hourly/ $ 81,973- $132,933 annually

Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements change depending on the project assignment. Position may occasionally be required to stand and walk for long periods, sit occasionally, and climb or balance frequently. May be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, turn, twist, and bend at the waist. The position is required to use of hands and fingers to grasp, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms. Must have the strength and dexterity to operate a variety of construction testing equipment. Must be able to lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds. Must be able to speak, hear, read, and write and have adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. The position must be able to smell.

What your work environment would be:

You would perform your work in an industrial wastewater treatment plant or collection system environment. Some positions may require travel between the primary work site to other project sites. Occasionally work may be required outside of regular office hours to minimize system work impacts on customers and operations.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

• We review your minimum qualifications.
• We rate your education and experience.
• We conduct a structured panel interview.
• We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety-sensitive positions only) and a background check, which verifies education and employment, and covers your driving record (if applicable to the job) and any criminal record. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety-sensitive position) and criminal background checks if the job youre applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email

HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.

We believe our employees are a key to our agencys success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

• Well@Work clinic
• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
• parking at many job locations
• fitness centers at many job locations
• Employee Assistance Program
• extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: It is important that your application shows all relevant education and experience you possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

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How did you first hear about this job opening?

• CareerForce Center
• Community Event/Organization
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Glassdoor
• Indeed
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
• Twitter
• Website: governmentjobs.com
• Website: metrocouncil.org
• Website: metrotransit.org
• Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
• Other

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If you selected Other, please describe where you first heard about this job. If you selected Employee Referral please enter the employees first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

04

Select the option that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications.

• Bachelors degree in construction management or a related field AND three (3) years of related heavy/industrial construction management experience with knowledge of civil/structural, mechanical, or electrical disciplines.
• Associates degree in construction management or a related field AND five (5) years of related heavy/industrial construction management experience with knowledge of civil/structural, mechanical, or electrical disciplines.
• High School Diploma or GED AND seven (7) years of related heavy/industrial construction management experience with knowledge of civil/structural, mechanical, or electrical disciplines.
• Some college experience and some construction/field experience.
• None of the above.

05

Select the technical discipline that your education and experience are in. Select all that apply.

• Structural/Civil
• Mechanical
• Electrical (experience with 480V to 13.8KV)
• None of the above

06

Do you have a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record? (This will be verified if you are hired)

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience with contract documents including terms and conditions?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered yes to question 7, describe your experience and be as specific as possible. If this does not apply, type "N/A." Please note that responses such as "See resume" will not receive credit.

09

How many years of experience do you have in project and construction management? Describe your experience and be as specific as possible. If this does not apply, type "N/A." Please note that responses such as "See resume" will not receive credit.

10

This position requires the ability to communicate well in writing as well as orally. Please describe your experience in preparing estimates, modifications, and associated documentation for change orders. In addition, describe your experience negotiating or assisting in the negotiation of change orders, contract conflicts or claims, maintaining files and documentation, and coordinating routing and approval of drawings and material submissions. Be as specific as possible. If this does not apply, type "N/A." Please note that responses such as "See resume" will not receive credit.

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This position requires analyzing and managing complex problems independently; describe your experience in analyzing as well as managing complex problems. Be as specific as possible. If this does not apply, type "N/A." Please note that responses such as "See resume" will not receive credit.

12

List all certifications and/or licenses you have.

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The Metropolitan Council values a workplace that is as diverse as the people we serve. Please describe your experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment. If you do not have this experience, type N/A. If you type, "See Resume," you will not receive credit for your response.

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The Metropolitan Council recognizes that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and generative tools are increasingly used in application processes. While the Council permits the use of AI to assist in the preparation of application materials, all applicants must certify the following statement:

• I affirm that all information provided in my application including any uploaded documentation is true and accurate. I further affirm that I have personally reviewed, verified, and approved all content, including any content generated with the assistance of AI. I will provide all interview responses directly and in real-time without unauthorized assistance. I will not use AI avatars, external assistance in answering including computer-generated suggestions, or any recording and transcription tools during the interview process unless I have received prior approval from Human Resources for a disability-related reasonable accommodation.

Required Question

Employer Metropolitan Council

Address 390 Robert St. N.

St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website https://metrocouncil.org