Scheduling & Estimating Spec I

University of Rochester•City of Rochester, NY

10d•$61,000 - $85,400•Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. GENERAL PURPOSE: Participates in the planning, preparing of estimates and coordinating of all assigned maintenance and renovation projects. Conducts necessary facility, service and utility surveys to determine the feasibility and scope of work. Prepares cost estimates, consolidates and submits to designated authorities for review and approval. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Receives all work/projects requests and reviews with requestor departments and designated authorities. Prepares costs estimates, consolidates estimates and submits to designated authorities for review and approval. May provide necessary authorization for approved projects. Develops and maintains current master schedule of all maintenance and renovation projects. Maintains close contact with all concerned parties regarding changes and scheduling. Coordinates and monitors all work in progress. Conducts necessary facility, service and utility surveys to determine the feasibility and scope of work. Assigns priorities, plans and schedules work with Trade/Maintenance Supervisors and/or outside contractors and vendors. Ensures all work performed on behalf of the department complies with all University, federal, state and local safety regulations. Ensures contractors obtain Electrical Underwriters certificates for every project which is contracted outside of the University. May maintain fiscal accountability of approved funds. May provide necessary computer database input and utilize control reports to identify and investigate significant variations in schedules, reviewing them with designated authorities. Keeps informed regarding new methods and procedures in the construction field, new products and equipment. May serve on, or participate in committees. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate's degree and 3 years of experience in maintenance or construction activities required Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Receives all work/projects requests and reviews with requestor departments and designated authorities.
Prepares costs estimates, consolidates estimates and submits to designated authorities for review and approval.
May provide necessary authorization for approved projects.
Develops and maintains current master schedule of all maintenance and renovation projects.
Maintains close contact with all concerned parties regarding changes and scheduling.
Coordinates and monitors all work in progress.
Conducts necessary facility, service and utility surveys to determine the feasibility and scope of work.
Assigns priorities, plans and schedules work with Trade/Maintenance Supervisors and/or outside contractors and vendors.
Ensures all work performed on behalf of the department complies with all University, federal, state and local safety regulations.
Ensures contractors obtain Electrical Underwriters certificates for every project which is contracted outside of the University.
May maintain fiscal accountability of approved funds.
May provide necessary computer database input and utilize control reports to identify and investigate significant variations in schedules, reviewing them with designated authorities.
Keeps informed regarding new methods and procedures in the construction field, new products and equipment.
May serve on, or participate in committees.
Other duties as assigned.