Facilities Manager Projects I – Project Manager
Ithaca, NY - USA
Job Summary
They are to manage multiple complex critical maintenance projects funded by SUCF.
Theresponsibilitiesandessentialfunctions are as follows:
Leadership
Project Administration & Development
Procurement & Contract Management
Design Management
Construction Management
Process & Approval Management
Responsibilities include;but are not limited todeveloping project success criteria steering projects through the University State and limited municipal approval processes leading architect/engineer selection processes managing AE contracts participating in development of design participating in interdisciplinary design reviews for constructability and code compliance preparing front-end bid documents and contracts to ensure compliance with University and State requirements managing project budgets and managing construction and other project contracts through punch list and closeout. The PM willbe requiredto independently prioritize their workload to meet the needs of stakeholders and align them with individual project schedules.
Project-related activities require the use of proprietary software (Trimble) implemented by the University.
While position responsibilities vary every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative collaborative open and welcoming; showing respect compassion and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.
Campus Collaboration: They will develop andmaintaineffective working relationships with all project stakeholders including customers University administrators staff and faculty the State University Construction Fund CCF staff colleagues AE firms and contractors.
Success Factors: The ideal candidatedemonstratesstrong budget management by applying established principles tools and techniques to set track and control budgets alongside sound decision-making and critical thinking to analyze complex situations and maketimely informed judgments. They bringproficiencyin contracts management and administration effectively applying policies standards and processes to manage a variety of contractual agreements. Theypossessdeep industry knowledge including current trends regulatory considerations and key issues and can appropriately apply this insight across diverse situations. They excel at managing multiple priorities through effective self-management prioritization and time allocation. They are skilled in project management planning organizing monitoring and controlling projects to ensure efficient use of resources and achievement ofobjectives. Finally theyexhibitexceptional stakeholder relationship management building andmaintainingproductive partnerships with clients vendors and peers by influencing communicating presentingfacilitating and developing others toidentifyand satisfy stakeholder needs throughout engagements.
This isaContractposition.
We are a valuebased organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organizations values of truth respect excellence teamwork and integrity. Facilities and Campus Services employeesare required toattend staff development trainings andparticipatein the performance evaluation process.
Werequirethese qualifications:
Bachelors degree in engineering architecture or relevant field or the equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Experience in commercial and institutional construction is especially from the perspective of managing the entire project rather than a single element of the project.
A minimum of five(5)to seven(7)years of PM experience encompassing Project Planning & Development Procurement and Contract Management Design Management Construction Management and Closeout.
Proven ability to drive projects to a successful conclusion in a collaborative and politically sensitive manner.
Ability to manage multiple complexprojectswith varying scope and multiple stages of completion.
A depth of PM experience and professional judgement to proactively manage projectsanticipateissues and minimize impacts on quality budget schedule or campus/college/unit/department.
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Excel Word Power Point are.
Ability to gain working knowledge of proprietary project management software (Trimble) for all Cornell University project-related activities.
Working knowledge of NYS Building Codes National Electrical Code and other NFPA standards.
Must have andmaintaina valid US drivers license; may betooperatea motor vehicle (your own vehicle or Cornell-owned) to travel to/from job sites.
Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities.
Experience modeling values that support inclusion belonging and wellbeing.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students faculty staff and community members.
You will be a top candidate with our preferred qualifications:
Masters Degree in a related field New York State Licensed Engineer or Registered Architect and experience on a university campus is preferred.
PM capital project experience on a university campus is preferred.
Experience managing public capital projects such as SUNY/SUCF.
CMAA Construction Manager Certification or Project Management Institute (PMI) certification as a Project Management PMP (Project Management Professional).
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Relocationassistancewill not be provided for this position.
Rewards & Benefits:
Cornell provides great benefits that include educational benefits access to a plethora of wellness programs employee discounts with local and national retail brands health care options to choose from generous paid leave provisions: 3 weeks of vacation leave health and personal leave 13 holidays (including end of year winter break through New Years Day) 2 floating holidays and superior retirement contributions.
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University Job Title:
Facilities Mgr Projects I
Job Family:
Facilities & Safety Services
Level:
G
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Pay Range:
$107064.00 - $130856.00
Remote Option Availability:
Onsite
Company:
Contract College
Contact Name:
Catherine Baldessare
Contact Email:
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