Reporting to the director of Facilities Planning, the Capital Project Manager is responsible for the management of design and construction process for capital and select renovation, rehab and repair projects. These may range from $150K up to $50M, as assigned. The Capital Project Manager is an integral part of the Facilities Planning Team, which collaborates with campus stakeholders, State University construction Fund and consultants to execute design and construction projects for the campus. This position does not directly supervise other employees but may oversee the work of employees for some projects. This position is expected to provide management/oversight of consultants and contractors to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Support the director of Facilities Planning in the planning, design, and construction management of campus facilities
• Manage and coordinate the planning, programming, and complete design, and construction for new facilities, renovation, or repair projects of SUNY Fredonia's Site work, utilities and building systems (structural, MEP, fire protection, etc.) as necessary to the project; including civil engineering, interiors, landscape/environmental, building, and building systems scopes of work.
• Manage or assist with the development of feasibility and other special studies to determine viability of potential campus projects, study alternatives, and establish project costs.
• Coordinate projects with all project stakeholders including but not limited to facilities and other campus departments, design team, contractors, SUCF, and Authorities having Jurisdiction to ensure the project successfully integrates project and campus needs.
• Maintain the project budget, cost estimates and schedules; ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage and coordinate the LEED/SITES process and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and participate in the review of design documents to ensure compliance with the building codes and regulations, campus standards, SUCF directives, project scope, and programmatic requirements incorporating appropriate campus stakeholders.
• Assist SUCF on large-scale capital projects in planning, design, and construction and inspection activities.
• Obtain, verify, and document existing information on buildings, utilities, infrastructure, and site.
• Manage all aspects and all phases of campus managed (Let) projects. Coordinate activities of larger capital projects with SUCF.
• Candidate shall complete the NYS Code Enforcement Basic Training Program to become a Certified Code Enforcement Official pursuant to 19 NYCRR Part 1208.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to use sound judgment on difficult engineering/architectural problems.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects amid changing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with a high level of motivation and initiative.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with members of a diverse campus community in the planning and execution of projects.
• Excellent organizational skills, problem-solving capabilities, and negotiation skills to lead projects to completion on time and within budget.
• Strong ability to multi-task is essential.

This is a full-time, UUP represented, term appointed position beginning October 15, 2024 at an annual salary of $80,000-$90,000, commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in  Architecture, Engineering Construction Management, or related field with a minimum of 3 years practical experience in project management.  
• Understanding of design disciplines including civil, landscape, environmental, architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection as well as space planning, and the integration of architectural and engineering disciplines in design and construction. 
• Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of engineering and architectural related to design and construction of buildings.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical and structural engineering concepts.
• Experience with Excel , Word, and Gmail

Preferred Qualifications:    

• Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field with 7 years of experience in project management.
• Knowledge of Facilities Planning Principles.
• Knowledge of implementing practices and procedures to meet project environmental goals, including LEED Building Criteria, Indoor Air Quality Management and General Commissioning Requirements.
• Experience in higher education renovation and construction projects of similar size and scope desired, including SUCF capital improvement projects.
• Certified Code Enforcement Official / Working knowledge of federal, state and local building and environmental codes or regulations.

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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