Data and Technical Coordinator

Research Foundation of The City University of New York•New York, NY

1d•$50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY). The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries. We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY. Primary Location: OFFICE OF VC - FACILIT PLAN, CONSTRUC & MGMT Bargaining Unit: No CUNY has embarked on a multi-billion dollar and multi-year capital design and construction program at its 25 campuses. The Data/Technical Coordinator’s primary responsibility will be to provide support in the project control functions for CUNY’s Capital Design and Construction Program. This candidate will play an integral cross-functioning role that involves tracking and reporting procedures on projects and program workflow performance reporting directly to the Manager of the Program Management Office for Facility Planning, Construction, and Management. The Data/Technical Coordinator works collaboratively with numerous stakeholders including Directors, Assistant Directors, and Projects Managers.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or Data Management curriculum
2+ years working as a technical or data coordinator
Experience in advanced administrative skills such as problem-solving, conflict resolution
Understanding of building components and construction
Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)
Computer skills, including email, spreadsheets, databases, project management, and presentation packages
Programming languages (C#, C++, Java, JavaScript)
Experience using GitHub and Power BI
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to work on multiple design and construction projects at one time
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask
Ability to work under pressure and to meet multiple deadlines
Ability to prioritize competing work
Self and team motivator
Ability to be a team player
Ability to set project priorities and adjust implementation strategies
Ability to work effectively with staff, associates, and internal and external constituents
Knowledgeable of capital and operating budgets
Alert, observant, and looking for ways to improve processes
Out-of-the-box thinker, creative, inventive, and adaptable to situations

Nice To Haves

Construction Project Management background
Experience with NY State and/or New York City agencies
Demonstrated coordination skills with the ability to coordinate with teams and use strategic and tactical judgment to make decisions and handle various situations
Strong technical and analytical skills
Strong leadership skills to lead project teams
Proven ability to promote equitable practices that value inclusiveness and diversity

Responsibilities

Coordinate with all departments to assist the Manager, Program Management Office, with program procedures and workflows
Update cost and schedule information for all projects that are included in the Design and Construction Program
Analyze budget performance for all projects, including expenditures, actuals, and projections
Identify discrepancies in data and advise the Manager, PMO, accordingly
Frequently update the CUNY Project Management System on the status of projects in relation to financial information, project schedule, and progress report
Prepare regular project management reports to inform decisions by senior FPCM staff
Act as technical support to leading our project management software (PMWEB) by regularly updating workflows, coordinating with all project Managers and Assistant Directors
Experience in time management and multitasking with multiple competing priorities
Experience in creating ad hoc reports utilizing Excel skills such as Pivot table, Gant Charts, and formulating cross-references
Other duties as assigned