Facilities Project Coordinator - Research - Facilities Management

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

2d•$58,000 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Development and Management (FDM), Facilities Management, Research seeks a Facilities Project Coordinator to coordinate facilities projects, small construction, restoration work, and tenant improvements for Research spaces. The role provides intermediate to complex facilities operations support in accordance with established policies and procedures. It coordinates work among tenant users, ASU service groups, contractors, subcontractors, and outside agencies, and ensures project procedures and materials comply with specifications. The coordinator develops scopes of work, manages projects, gathers customer information for tenant improvement plans, prepares cost estimates and funding approvals, reviews plans and specifications, observes construction progress, and obtains required approvals and agency submissions. The position also supports laboratory systems design and parts acquisition, maintenance coordination, furniture and equipment installation, staff relocations, and updates to the space characteristic database. The position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require work at other campuses depending on operational needs. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role requires a valid Arizona driver’s license upon employment and an acceptable driving record; driving university vehicles or carts may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment or field, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training that provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Effective communication skills.
Valid Arizona driver’s license, minimum Class D, upon employment and maintained throughout employment.
Acceptable driving record, defined as five or fewer points during the 39-month period before the date of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing tenant improvement projects, preferably in a college or university setting.
Experience reading and interpreting plans and specifications and comparing them with construction in progress.
Experience with cost estimating, budgeting, and scheduling.
Experience with contracting delivery processes such as CMAR, Job Order Contracting, and Design/Bid/Build.
Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Project, and Excel.
Knowledge of facilities planning and construction management processes and procedures.
Knowledge of building construction, materials, and methods.
Knowledge of building codes and standards of practice.
Knowledge of structural, mechanical, electrical, or process piping systems.
A degree in Construction Management, Registered Architect status, a Professional Engineer license, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Coordinate small construction projects, restoration work, and tenant improvements.
Coordinate work with tenant users, ASU service groups, and outside agencies, ensuring procedures and materials comply with specifications.
Develop scopes of work and manage projects.
Observe work in progress to assess timeliness, conformance with requirements, and workmanship.
Interview customers to gather information for tenant improvement plans, accounting for required services and construction.
Prepare cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment for renovation designs.
Prepare and obtain project funding approvals.
Coordinate and schedule contractor and subcontractor activities.
Attend pre-construction conferences and review contract bidding documents.
Review contract plans and specifications for conformance with project requirements.
Obtain approvals and submit required paperwork to appropriate agencies for renovation designs.
Consult with users on general laboratory systems design and parts acquisition, such as special acid sinks, strain gauges, and measurement equipment.
Coordinate maintenance and service issues with maintenance personnel when required.
Coordinate furniture, fixtures, and equipment installation and schedule and coordinate department staff relocations.
Create and update the space characteristic database.

Benefits

22 days of accrued vacation leave annually.
12 days of accrued sick leave annually.
10 paid holidays annually.
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance.
Retirement program including the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Paid time for volunteer activities and professional development.
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
Disability and leave program for income protection.
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services.
Discounts on sports and events, as well as discounts through ASU partnerships.