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Project Coordinator
Description of Department: Facilities Services, Major Projects manages the
capital projects for SUNY Oswego. In coordination with state agencies such as the New York State Construction Fund (SUCF) and the Dormitory
Authority of the State of New York (DASNY). Major Projects addresses the needs of the campus for any new construction,
renovation/rehabilitation, upgrade, or repair.

This department strives for equity in all aspects of its functions, diversity in the
opportunities that are presented within this department, and inclusion of all people to take part in the maintenance and continual renewal
of this campus.

The Facilities Services Department, Major Projects Office at the State University of New York at Oswego invites
applications to fill a full time Project Coordinator with a one-year renewable term.


Posting Date: June 25,
2026

Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is
filled.



Compensation: Based on starting salary for NYS SL-3, and commensurate with experience plus full New York
State benefits package. For more information, visit: https://www.suny.edu/hr/compensation/salary/


Benefit Information: The State University of New
York provides an excellent benefit package. For more information, visit: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/



Date of Appointment: As soon as
possible

Description of Responsibilities:


The Project Coordinator (PC) is a valued member of the Facilities
Services, Major Projects Team and is primarily responsible for overseeing all Academic or all Dormitory capital projects. Under the
direction of the AVP of Facilities Services and the supervision of the Director of Major Projects, The PC carries out a variety of highly
technical assignments to aid in the delivery of these capital projects as related to the planning and implementation of
construction.

The PC performs a wide range of administrative and professional duties to ensure the seamless flow of project
coordination including scope, schedule, and budget as it relates to the management of the capital construction activities. These duties
require a high level of expertise in project management and thorough knowledge of building and site work projects. A background in
commercial construction building systems including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services is required.



Project
Coordinator Functions:

  • Is familiar with the project’s contractual information and assists purchasing with
    procurement.
  • Ensures that the working interrelationships for all team members are effective and efficient for the timely completion
    of projects.
  • Assists the project team in efficiently and effectively orchestrating, guiding, and controlling the construction
    process relating to Academic/Dormitory campus capital project activities.
  • Will interface with the campus community, inform strategic
    personnel of project details, communicate possible impacts, and coordinate any required outages.
  • Establishes a professional
    cross-functional relationship with other campus departments including, but not limited to: Maintenance & Operations, Sustainability,
    Environmental Health & Safety, Custodial, Campus Technology Services, and Purchasing; as well as external agencies such as the Dormitory
    Authority and the State University Construction Fund.
  • Will develop procedures, specifications, and standards to be utilized for
    campus construction contract activities. These will be shared and vetted with those cross-functional teams throughout the campus and
    abroad.
  • Will initiate design inclusive of: drawings, specifications and/or cost estimates for construction activities through the
    use of RFQs, Bids, Terms, or Purchase Order Requisitions as needed.
  • With the Major Projects Team, the review of the consultant’s
    work is continual. This includes the effectiveness and constructability of design, review of submittals and RFI’s, and the quality of
    installation which is monitored as part of the construction process.
  • Address questions and provide clarifications relative to
    contract documents as needed.
  • Perform on-site observations of projects under construction and monitor the quality of design and
    construction work performed by architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and sub-contractors.
  • Monitors for proficient
    construction supervision and inspects projects for safety and quality.
  • Attends project meetings and prepare reports. Establish
    methods to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and within quality standards.
  • Performs independent, in-depth,
    investigations of specific problems providing analysis and recommendations. Develops and/or reviews technical reports and field surveys as
    needed.
  • Acts as a problem solver by researching and developing technical data necessary to resolve complex design and construction
    problems.
  • Working knowledge of building codes. Aids in determining code compliance and consults with code enforcement agencies
    regarding interpretation and application.
  • Review contractor documentation including requests for information, payment requests,
    change orders, and assist with project closeout activities.
  • Assists in the administrative and project management duties relative to
    the daily financial management of the project.
  • Possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Maintain
    teamwork, integrity, and excellence.
  • Have a strong focus on trust, conflict resolution, commitment, accountability, and
    results.
  • Self-starter and motivated to learn.
  • Mentor junior staff as required.

SUNY Oswego works continuously to
create an inclusive environment which respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and
other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego’s Strategic Diversity and
Inclusion Plan
. As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills
necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.



Job
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Architecture Technology, Engineering,
    Construction Management or related field at the time of appointment.
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience.
  • Computer literacy
    with proficiency in software systems that include Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Proficient in Bluebeam, Adobe Suite,
    and general office equipment.
  • Ability to hand sketch technical drawings.

Preferred
Qualifications:


  • Experience within a University setting.
  • Knowledge of: eBuilder, AiM, and Procore.
  • Proficient
    in AutoCAD and/or Revit.

At SUNY Oswego we value the diversity found in each member of our campus community and strive to create a
community where that diversity is embraced and enhanced. Recognizing the strength of diversity, our mission is to foster an environment
which respects, embraces and promotes cultural competence, civil discourse and active engagement in developing an inclusive and vibrant
community of scholars who act as transformational agents of change and responsible citizens of the world. For more information see SUNY
Oswego’s Strategic
Diversity and Inclusion Plan
.

As a candidate seeking consideration you are asked to submit a separate statement specifically
addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity,
and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development. (Please see Application Instructions)



Additional
Information:
Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is
actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage
applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim
SUNY status, or criminal conviction. Please click here to see our full non-discrimination policy.

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants
must be legally able to work in the United States per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.



Requests for reasonable
accommodations of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to Dr. Starr Wheeler, ADA/504 Compliance
Officer at starr.wheeler@oswego.edu or 315-312-3872

For Campus Safety information, please click here
to see the Annual Security and Fire Report (Clery).


SUNY Oswego is a smoke free/tobacco/e-cigarette free campus. Click here for further policy details, including education and cessation
resources.



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 Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.



If you
have any questions about the position, please e-mail:
Michael Lipkowicz, Search Chair at michael.lipkowicz@oswego.edu

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.


To apply, visit http://oswego.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=201793

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