Campus Facilities Projects Leader

Union College (NY); City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal

Winter recess break

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Vision Insurance

Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access

403(b) Retirement Plan

Salary Continuation Program in case of

Tuition Exchange

Job summary

Union College (NY) seeks a Facilities Services Project Manager to lead campus capital and renewal projects, coordinating architects, engineers, and on-campus resources. The role emphasizes strong budget control, scheduling, safety, and alignment with college standards.

The position is in-person in Schenectady, NY, with responsibilities across planning, procurement, and compliance. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 7–10 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, engineering, or construction management or related field with experience overseeing operations in a large facility (7–10 years).
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and decision makers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse campus community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage campus projects from conception through completion, coordinating architects, engineers, and on-campus resources.
• Lead capital and renewal projects, monitor schedule, budget, and reporting, and prepare timely estimates.
• Provide leadership for construction decisions, coordinate with facilities leadership, and ensure safety and compliance on sites.
• Evaluate bids and contracts, recommend actions to Director, and manage renewal/deferred maintenance budgets.
• Utilize project management and scheduling software and stay current with regulations.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, engineering, or construction management

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Sketchup

Job description

Union College (NY) seeks a Facilities Services Project Manager to lead campus capital and renewal projects, coordinating architects, engineers, and on-campus resources. The role emphasizes strong budget control, scheduling, safety, and alignment with college standards.

The position is in-person in Schenectady, NY, with responsibilities across planning, procurement, and compliance. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 7–10 years of experience are preferred.