FF&E Project Manager

Austin Community College • Austin, TX

5d

About The Position

To provide project design and coordination in the planning, directing, and construction of a variety of reconfiguration and remodeling projects principally related to furnishings and minor remodeling.

Requirements

• Architecture, interior design, and construction management.
• Project planning and management principles.
• Regulations regarding accessibility and hazardous materials found in buildings.
• Budget preparation, bid and purchasing procedures, FF&E writing of specifications, and expense control.
• Current government regulations related to safety requirements in this area, building and fire codes, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) related to this area, and any other relevant government rules, regulations, and specifications.
• Maintaining an established work schedule.
• Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
• Managing multiple projects and maintaining focus on top priorities.
• Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy; proactive and collaborative approach with project stakeholders.
• Effectively using organizational, planning skills, and attention to detail.
• Negotiating, evaluating, and administering contracts.
• Strong conceptual and schematic design skills; ability to communicate design ideas and direction quickly, both verbally and graphically; problem-solving/analytical skills to move designs forward with minimal direction.
• Use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software.
• Applicable project software such as Auto CAD.
• Two years related work experience.
• Bachelor's degree.

Nice To Haves

• Six to eight years of Interior or Architectural design with at least four years focused on contract furnishings.
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, Construction Management, or related design field from an accredited school.
• Licensed as Interior Designer or Architect in the State of Texas (Preferred).
• Comprehensive knowledge of design process, systems furniture, educational furniture, and construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, and implements reconfiguration and minor remodeling projects; researches and evaluates options for furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for use throughout the district's facilities.
• Oversees the selection, acquisition, and installation of FF&E in major construction projects.
• Coordinates FF&E needs of department with department heads and/or other department personnel, outside contracting firms, consultants, and design professionals; coordinates staff moves.
• Defines project scope, establishes schedules, negotiates contracts following Austin Community College (ACC) guidelines, prepares project budget, monitors purchases, and reviews distribution of funds on single projects as well as multiple concurrent projects.
• Develops recommendations, maintains, and assists in enforcement of design and system FF&E standards for the district's facilities.
• Assists with drafting tasks in the department.
• Oversees the installation of goods and services.
• Files and tracks warranty claims, repairs, and modifications of existing and surplus furniture.
• Assists in the development of operating budgets for the department and capital budgets for capital improvement programs.
• Serves or chairs various committees in the college.

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D.
• ACC does not participate in Social Security.
• ACC participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and the Optional Retirement Program (ORP-Faculty and Administrators Only).
• Hourly employees participate in the ACC Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP) as a retirement program required by federal law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees