Assistant Facilities Project Manager - Facilities

University at Albany • Albany, NY

97d • $78,000 - $88,000

About The Position

The University at Albany is seeking to fill an Assistant Facilities Project Manager position. Reporting to the Director of Facilities Project Management, the Assistant Facilities Project Manager will be responsible for directly managing the design and construction of smaller-scale building and infrastructure projects with Project Budget Estimates (PBE) of up to five million dollars. Additionally, the Assistant Facilities Project Manager will be responsible for assisting senior Project Managers with the management of the design and construction of large-scale building and infrastructure projects with Project Budget Estimates (PBE) of five-million dollars and above. Responsibilities for assisting AND managing projects will be from inception through final completion and occupancy/acceptance.

Requirements

• Fundamental understanding of design, construction and project management practices and procedures.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technology skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience OR Associate's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR Relevant construction management experience of at least eight (8) years managing multi-trade, multi-million-dollar capital construction projects from bid through project completion.
• Demonstrated experience working with applicable codes, laws, rules and standards regulating design and construction, including Building Codes of New York State.
• Demonstrated experience with institutional and/or commercial building construction management.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with central heating and cooling plants.
• Relevant experience in design, construction, and/or operation of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems (HVAC systems) for buildings/campuses.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Relevant experience in higher education setting.
• Experience working with the NY State agencies, including SUNY, DASNY, etc.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• NYS Building Safety Inspector or Code Enforcement Officer.

Responsibilities

• Managing the design and construction of small-scale (up to $5 million) building and infrastructure projects from project program development through final completion and project closeout.
• Development of the project scopes, justifications and estimates for capital, alteration and rehabilitation projects.
• Preparation and review of Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) for professional design consultant services.
• Consultant selection and procurement.
• Assistance to the Office of State Purchasing and Contracts department staff on design & construction projects to ensure that consultant and construction contract documents are in conformance with the current purchasing requirements.
• Coordination of consultant contracts for campus design & construction projects and studies.
• Managing outsourced architectural and engineering design consultants.
• Coordinating the assembly of competitive bid specifications in accordance with SUNY Administration and UAlbany procedures.
• Monitoring capital budgets to ensure project expenditures remain within the scope of work.
• Compile and review contractor's applications for payment and recommend amount to be paid in accordance with the progress and quality of work.
• Review of project designs to confirm adherence with existing UAlbany construction standards and compatibility with existing UAlbany infrastructure.
• Assisting senior Project Managers with the design and construction of large-scale ($5 million and above) building and infrastructure projects.
• Serve as an assistant point of contact for large facilities improvement/capital projects focused on upgrades to central plant, campus district energy systems, and building level mechanical and electrical systems.
• Coordinate with UAlbany's physical plant, energy office, code administration and other internal units as necessary to ensure that the construction work is properly planned and coordinated.
• Assist senior Project Managers with communication and work with other UAlbany divisions, departments, and outside agencies and firms.
• Facilitate the work of outside contractors by coordinating and bringing together the appropriate University Division, department, and contractor.
• Provide University management support for capital projects administered by the SUNY Construction Fund and/or the Dormitory Authority.
• Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Promotional opportunity for current UAlbany employees.
• Salary range of $78,000-$88,000.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree