Facilities Project & Sustainability Manager

Category: Administration
Department: Facilities
Locations: Poughkeepsie, NY
Position ID: 197192
Under the direction of the Associate Vice President of Administration, the Facilities Project & Sustainability Manager is responsible for development, design, planning, and scheduling of campus facilities projects and sustainability initiatives. These projects range from minor alterations and repairs designed to improve, repair, or enhance existing facilities to major remodeling, renovation, and new construction projects from design through construction.

The Facilities Project Manager goals include: maintaining a safe and healthy environment for students, employees, and the community; considering "accessibility" as a priority in all minor and major remodeling and renovation as well as new construction projects; providing project documentation to be shared with the campus community, consultants, contractors, and others; continuously improving facilities project management processes; developing and implementing energy efficiency and sustainability strategies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while promoting environmentally responsible practices.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with campus "clients" to define project scope, design criteria, budget limitations, and other considerations
Develops estimates, prepares specifications, and provides drawings and documentation
Oversees architectural services relating to new construction as well as remodeling and renovation of existing facilities
Assures compliance with federal, state, and local building and related codes
Provides schedules, post notices, and arranges for work group access
Develops material lists, obtains quotes, secures bids, and drafts purchase requisitions
Reviews contractors' submittals, conducts pre-bid and pre-construction meetings, and communicates with clients, contractors, consultants, campus construction staff, and the campus community about the impact and progress of projects
Acts as on-site construction coordinator and campus representative on projects
Processes change orders and coordinates the various phases of construction and remodeling and renovation projects
Develops and implements sustainability strategies for all campus users
Prepare sustainability reports
Monitors project budgets and expenditures and maintains project records
Inspects all ongoing and completed work to ensure project details are completed as planned
Authorizes payment for services and closes out projects
Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge on state and federal regulations
The ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects
Experience working with vendors and negotiations
Ability to establish workflows and procedures to ensure successful project completion and communicate effectively with the campus community and key stakeholders
Strong ability to identify, track and have a forward-thinking mindset

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university preferably in a field related to architecture, construction management, or engineering
Three (3) years of facilities project management experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
In-depth knowledge of regulations and compliance requirements
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a higher education or public sector environment

Additional Information:
Working Conditions

The performance of this work is primarily in-person and on-site.
Flexible hours are required.
Some travel will be necessary.

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