Category:: Professional
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Department:: Facilities Management
Locations:: Binghamton, NY
Posted:: Feb 18, 2025
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 06705, 06706, 02647, 02688
Position ID:: 185583

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:

Budget Title: Assistant Facilities Program Coordinator (SL-3)

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000

Binghamton University invites applications for the role of Construction Project Site Coordinator, in the department of Planning and Construction Management within Facilities Management. This position would report to the Assistant Director of Construction Management. The Construction Project Site Coordinator position is a salaried, professional position that will be filled by a candidate with a construction management, site superintendent, architectural or engineering education and/or experiential background. The selected candidate will work alongside Facilities Management staff, University Designers (Architects, Engineers, & Landscape Architects), as well as other on-campus departments, outside contractors, and consultants throughout the design and construction of projects.

The successful candidate can anticipate being assigned to key projects essential for maintaining campus facilities. As the campus continues to grow, these projects will include new developments, ongoing renovations, and larger-scale renovations, in which the successful candidate will play a significant role.

Responsibilities of the successful candidate will include, but not be limited to:

• Act as the primary contact for assigned projects from planning through project execution; focusing on campus requirements, impacts, budgets & schedules;
• Monitor & report on contractor performance, assuring compliance with contract documents;
• Monitor & report on the construction schedule & contractor's work plan;
• Review design & construction documents, & keep working construction documents current;
• Manage requests for information (RFIs), provide construction document interpretations & assist with RFI responses as required;
• Manage & assist in the review or coordination of submittals;
• Manage proposed changes to project scope, observe & document any time & materials related changes to the project scope, authorize and generate change orders;
• Attend & document project related meetings;
• Confirm completed work & stored materials, authorize payment applications;
• Coordinate, observe, review and report on special inspection testing required for the project;
• Maintain office and project records and documentation according to established procedures;
• Prepare daily site visit reports, recording information such as site activities & work being performed, weather conditions, daily contractor staffing, directives or interpretations provided, issues, & safety concerns;
• Observe & report on jobsite organization, cleanliness, safety & fire safety;
• Track & oversee that project related warranty items are resolved, review & see that turnover items & closeout documentation is complete and submitted to Facilities Management Operations staff at conclusion of project;
• Coordinate with campus departments, including Facilities Management, Building Supervisors, University Police, Parking Services, etc. when necessary;
• Have awareness of NYS Building Code, OSHA safety & environmental requirements in relation to construction procedures;
• Utilize office and construction software(s) for communications, scheduling and construction observation and reporting processes.

The successful candidate will be a proactive, self-motivated professional with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; who possess the ability to maintain collaborative relationships and adapt to change while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

Onsite, daily site presence is expected. Due to the nature of the work, this position may require a non-standard work schedule with the ability to respond to off-hour emergencies.

This is a 100% salaried professional position, United University Professions represented with annual renewal requirements; and is eligible for an excellent NYS benefits package.

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree
• Minimum (2) years of progressive experience in construction management, architecture, engineering, and/or working in the construction trades
• Working knowledge of architectural, mechanical and electrical building systems
• Relevant experience in construction management, cost estimating, budgeting, and scheduling
• Technical knowledge of construction methods & industry standards
• Ability to read and decipher construction drawings, project specifications, submittals & shop drawings, in order to confirm adherence of field construction to design documents
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project) and eager to learn online project management platforms. Skilled in email communication, file sharing, and coordinating schedules using online calendar tools
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate complex ideas or situations and appropriately represent Facilities Management when meeting with customers, consultants and other members of the Campus community
• Strong organizational skills, ability to adapt to changing priorities and multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid Driver's license to operate a vehicle in New York State

Preferred:

• Associate's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business, or other related field and (5) years of progressive experience in construction management and/or working in the construction trades, or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or other related field and (2) years of progressive experience in construction management and/or working in the construction trades
• Experience in a higher education setting working within multi-million-dollar facilities; prior experience in areas of project planning and design leading up to construction
• Technical knowledge of architectural, mechanical and electrical building systems
• Familiarity with construction document management programs such as Submittal Exchange, Newforma, and/or Procore
• Working knowledge of NYS Building Codes, NEC and NFPA standards; Code Enforcement Certified preferred
• OSHA 10hr certified

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Additional Information:

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. 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 info@goer.ny.gov

Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/

Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."

Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson-Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu or 607-777-3660.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=185583

Deadline for Internal Applicants: March 4, 2025

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Please submit:

1. Resume,
2. Cover letter, and
3. Contact information for three professional references

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