Architectural Project Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi–Ole Miss–seeks a Project Coordinator to support onsite and leased properties, assist with facilities plans, and help prepare construction bid documents and specifications.

You will coordinate design and construction projects, liaise between client groups, architects, and service units, and assist in reviewing change orders and applications for payment to ensure compliance with university standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 6 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience coordinating design and construction projects beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design and construction projects and prepare related documents.
• Serve as liaison between client groups, architects, and service units.
• Review and prepare contract drafts, RFIs, approvals and related documents.

Skills

Construction project coordination

Technical reporting software

Data collection and reporting

Building construction techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project management software

Job description

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss —stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacyof academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant,inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, andstaff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Job Summary:

Supports the execution of onsite and leased properties, assistswith the preparation of facilities plans and construction biddocuments; assists in the coordination of project implementationwithin the project team.

Job Description:

• Assists in the coordination of project planning, designing, andprocurement processes; assists and/or oversees in the preparationof project plans; construction bid documents, andspecifications.
• Serves as a project/planning liaison between client groups,architects, and various institutional service units.
• Assists in the preparation of contract drafts, requests forproposal, project approvals, and other related documents forreview.

Examples of Work Performed

• Coordinates design and construction projects.
• Utilizes appropriate software to prepare technical reports.
• Serves as project coordinator; observes processes and collects data to ensure compliance with standards as set forth by the University of Mississippi.
• Reviews construction work in the field to ensure that established quality control standards are met.
• Tracks workflow and coordinates with the project team regarding scheduled deadlines.
• Reviews and evaluates the merit of change orders for all projects and discusses with the Director of Facilities Planning.
• Evaluates Applications for Payment to determine whether they accurately reflect work performed.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, thefollowing. Additional essential functions may be identified andincluded by the hiring department.

• Serves as project coordinator for design and construction projects.
• Coordinates processes; prepares forms and documents for assigned design and construction projects.
• Collects data and prepares reports.
• Provides supervision and guidance to personnel assigned to design construction projects.
• Possesses knowledge of building construction techniques and has prior construction site experience.

Job Responsibilities:

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience| 6 Years| Required

Compensation:

$68,681.60 - $103,001.60

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.