Facilities project manager electrical or mechanical engineer - planning design construction

NY HELP No

Agency University at Albany

Title Facilities Project Manager (Electrical or Mechanical Engineer) - Planning, Design, & Construction

Occupational Category Administrative or General Management

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit PSNU - Professional Services Negotiating Unit (UUP)

Salary Range From $92000 to $102000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 1400 Washington Ave

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12222

Duties Description Reporting to the Director within the Planning, Design, and Construction (PDC) unit, the Project Manager will have a critical role in providing senior-level engineering guidance for projects and programs. This position is also expected to provide engineering design oversight for in-house Facilities Management and department projects and manage projects from inception to completion as assigned. Working within a multi-cultural environment, this position will collaborate with various departments across campus and within Facilities Management, and with external consultants and agencies. Primary Responsibilities:- Project and Design Management. Manage various and multiple engineering projects as assigned, from planning to construction completion. Serve as a single point of contact for facilities improvement/capital projects that may include, but not be limited to, upgrades to central plant, campus district energy systems, and building-level mechanical and electrical systems. Serve as the primary campus point of contact for the University and provide project management support for capital projects administered by the State University Construction Fund and/or DASNY. Review project designs to confirm adherence with existing UAlbany construction standards and compatibility with existing UAlbany infrastructure. Provide written design and construction review for mechanical, electrical, and other engineering and infrastructure projects, coordinating comments, questions, etc. with UAlbany project managers, external design consultants, and contractors. Review and develop project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure Campus and Facilities needs are met. Review and update campus standards. Provide code interpretations as requested with recommendations to various Directors. - 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. Assist Construction Managers/Assistant Project 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/Assistant Project Managers.- Work with other UAlbany divisions, departments, and outside agencies and firms, to accomplish work assignments.- Remain current on code compliance and construction related matters through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, maintaining required and appropriate professional designations, and attending training and/or courses. - Other reasonable duties as assigned.Functional and Supervisory Relationships:- Reports to the Director within PDC for Facilities Management- Direct Reports: possible future student interns (undergraduate and graduate level) Job Requirements:- Demonstrated experience working effectively in a diverse environment.- Strong knowledge of industry standards, code requirements, building accessibility requirements, sustainability, contract language applicable to the construction industry, and applicable statutes of the State of New York.- Demonstrated experience in problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution.- Demonstrated experience reviewing design and construction documents for constructability and conformance to project requirements.- Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated experience in communicating to large audiences.

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.- 5 years of progressive experience in the planning, design, and project management of engineering, infrastructure, and/or building-level mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) projects.- 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:- Master's degree in engineering from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.- Relevant project experience for a similar education facility or university.- Licensed as a professional mechanical or electrical engineer in the State of New York OR demonstrated license as mechanical or electrical engineer from another State and ability to obtain a State of New York Professional Engineer license within 6 months.- Familiarity with CAD, BIM, and/ or GIS.- Experience working with public entities including New York State University Construction Fund and/or the Dormitory Authority of New York (DASNY). - Project management professional (PMP) certification.Working Environment: - Typical office environment- Ability to move throughout the campus on foot, including climbing stairs in all University buildings, and stairs and/or ladders on construction sites.

Additional Comments Professional Rank and Salary Grade: Facilities Project Manager, SL4, $92,000 - $102,000Special Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer.The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link to NYS Labor Law 194-A, no State entity, as defined by the Law, is permitted to rely on, orally or in writing seek, request, or require in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current wage, or salary history as a condition to be interviewed, or as a condition of continuing to be considered for an offer of employment, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation, and for the purpose of verifying information, may such requests be made. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected] UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYERPlease apply online via MUST submit the following documents:ResumeCover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualificationsList of 3 professional references with e-mail addresses and telephone numbersNote: After submitting your resume, the subsequent pages give you instructions for uploading additional documents (i.e. cover letter etc.).See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.Returning Applicants - Login to your UAlbany Careers Account to check your completed application.A review of applications will start on October 31, 2025 and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

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Telephone

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 1400 Washington Ave

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12222

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