Facility Project Coordinator

AEP; Abilene, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) seeks a space planning and facilities coordinator to optimize regional facilities. You will plan space requirements, manage remodel projects, and coordinate with the Corporate Facility Engineer to implement standards.

Responsibilities include contract management, ADA compliance, and maintaining project drawings. The role requires a degree or equivalent experience, 5 years in facilities operations or space planning, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent 2 years experience in facilities/space planning
• 5 years in facilities ops or space planning preferred
• Valid state driver’s license required
• Proficient with AutoCAD, MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Windows environments

Responsibilities

• Perform projections of space needs and budget for capital and O&M
• Space planning, furniture layout, remodel materials, and contractor management
• Coordinate with Facility Engineer on standards and projects
• Manage documentation, schedules, costs, and drawings for projects
• Oversee tenant relations, moves, and project communications
• Maintain Archibus database for regional buildings

Skills

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

AutoCAD

Windows

Education

Associate's degree in engineering, facilities, business, architecture or related field

High School Diploma/GED + 2 years relevant experience

Tools

Archibus

Job description

Job Summary

Ensures the optimal utilization of the organization's regional facilities. Assess and evaluate the physical space requirements of the organization and recommend space plans to meet the Company's business needs.

Responsible for the development, coordination, and management of small to medium construction and remodel projects including AutoCAD drawing creation, Scope of Work development, material acquisition, and contractor management.

Responsible for maintaining the drawing database for all buildings in the region.

Responsible for budget analysis and forecasting of projects.

Work with management and employees to ensure consistent and reliable service.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Prepare projections of immediate and long range space requirements and facility maintenance needs to prepare budget projections for capital and O&M expenditures.

Responsible for space planning, furniture layout design, selection of furniture, remodeling materials, carpeting, wall partitions, art work, plantscapes and the acquisition of furniture and contractors for employee relocation requirements.

Coordinate with the Corporate Facility Engineer in the development and implementation of corporate facility office standards and construction projects.

Responsible for working with contractors to obtain AEP required documentation for entry into the contract requisition system and managing contracts to ensure compliance with AEP's Procurement policies.

Provide coordination and communication to customers regarding office moves, office remodels, and project scheduling to meet customer needs and provide satisfied customers.

Responsible for Tenant Relations activities with outside tenants in AEP buildings to develop tenant improvement designs, cost estimates, schedules, and construction contracts.

Develop and author project documentation including Scopes of Work, cost estimates, schedules, and project drawings.

Maintain quality control of contractor work and project materials.

Supervise small to medium capital and O&M projects including building construction and building remodels.

Apply expertise on AEP asbestos, lead, and other environmental and safety policies for application in project management.

Responsible for the update and maintenance of the Archibus database for the buildings in the Regional area.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Education: Associate's degree in engineering, facilities, business, architecture or related field or High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of relevant work experience.

Experience: In addition to any experience required above, 5 years of experience in facilities operations or space planning duties.

Licenses/Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time. Overnight travel approximately 20% of the time is expected. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Basic Understanding of Electricity and/or HVAC systems. Weekend, holiday or after hours work may be required work may be required to avoid disrupting the working environment of the other employees Strong computer skills and knowledge of computer applications used in a Windows environment including Power Point, Excel, Word, AutoCAD etc. Working knowledge of space planning and building design.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-007

Compensation Range: $87,633.00 - $109,543.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is:

S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

Company Culture

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It is an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.