Facilities Project Manager

Department: Architecture, Engineering & Construction Management - 03042Locations: Albany, NYPosted: Aug 6, 2024Closes: Aug 20, 2024 - 11:59 PM EDTType: Full-timeRef. No.: WF240028pPosition ID: 179611About University at Albany:Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research, and public service engages a diverse student body of more than 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.Job Description:The University at Albany is seeking to fill a Facilities Project Manager that is specifically trained and educated in the design and construction of building mechanical systems. The Facilities Project Manager is responsible for managing capital construction improvement projects that directly warrant and require a Mechanical Engineering degree and years of experience in the design and functionality of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) for the campus's academic, dormitory, and recreational spaces. The Facilities Project Manager will be responsible for projects from inception through final completion and occupancy. Duties include, but are not limited to, planning and organizing projects, coordination of the architectural and engineering design process, overseeing and managing the public bidding process, and project implementation. The Project Manager also monitors capital budgets to ensure project expenditures remain within the scope of work.Primary Responsibilities:Perform technical reviews and analyses of construction-related design documents and provide professional comments related thereto.Review project designs to confirm adherence with existing UAlbany construction standards and compatibility with existing UAlbany infrastructure.Review project designs and coordinate with UAlbany's physical plant, energy office, code administration, and other internal units as necessary to ensure that the work is properly planned and coordinated to assure minimal disruption of existing operations during implementation.Manage design projects from project program development through closeout.Coordinate the assembly of competitive bid specifications in accordance with SUNY Administration and UAlbany procedures.Assist Construction Managers with their management of construction projects that utilize both in-house staff and contracted construction forces for the implementation of construction projects.Provide general oversight of construction projects managed by the Construction Managers.Provide University Project Management support for capital projects administered by SUCF and/or DASNY.Provide assistance to the Office of State Purchasing and Contracts for the procurement of consultant and construction contracts.Prepare and review RFQs (Requests for Qualifications) for professional design consultant services.Coordinate consultant contracts for campus design & construction projects and studies.Manage outsourced Architectural and Engineering design consultants.Provide assistance to the Office of State Purchasing and Contracts department staff on design & construction projects to ensure that consultant and construction contract documents are in conformance with the current purchasing requirements.Provide general assistance to the Director in their development of scopes, justifications, and estimates for Capital, Alteration, and Rehabilitation projects.Work with other UAlbany divisions, departments, and outside agencies to accomplish work assignments.Requirements:Minimum QualificationsBachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in the design of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems (HVAC systems) for buildings.Working knowledge of applicable codes, laws, rules, and standards regulating design and construction.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Fundamental understanding of construction and construction management practices and procedures.Ability to understand construction contract documents.Strong technology skills.Ability to work with minimal supervision.Ability to work effectively in a team environment.Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.Preferred Qualifications:Professional Engineering (PE) licenseSUNY ExperienceExperience working with SUCF and/or DASNYNYS Building Safety Inspector or Code Enforcement OfficerAdditional Information:This is a promotional opportunity for current UAlbany employees.Eligibility for Consideration:You must be employed at the University at Albany campus.You must be in a State-funded UUP professional position (MC employees are not eligible).You must have a permanent, term, or probationary appointment (temporary employees are not eligible).For details concerning the University's Promotion Policy for Professional Employees, please see HR Memorandum 88-4.Professional Rank and Salary Grade: SL-4, $88,000-$98,000Closing date for receipt of applications:

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