Project Manager
**Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):**
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Five (5) years of full-time experience in construction management, budgeting, project development, and/or a related field. Three (3) years of supervisory experience. Knowledge of Building and Fire Codes. Knowledge of and experience working with construction management software. Project Management experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Drivers License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. **(***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes).**
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Professional license (PE, RA) or professional certification (PMP, PgMP, CAPM, CEM, CEO). Additional years of full-time experience in construction management, budgeting, project development, and/or a related field. Experience with minor rehabilitation and new construction in a University, Healthcare, Hospital Construction, or similar setting. OSHA certification.
**Brief Description of Duties:**
Under the supervision of the Director of Construction for Campus Planning, Design, and Construction, the Project Manager will oversee daily operations for new construction and renovation projects. Key responsibilities include managing project scope, budget, schedule, and contract documents while ensuring quality and risk management. The Project Manager will ensure timely project completion through effective scheduling, monitoring critical paths, expediting material deliveries, and managing approvals. This role requires prioritizing multiple tasks and supervising a skilled team of trades and contract labor.
The Project Manager will provide professional direction and oversight for all new construction, renovation activity, and presidential initiatives occurring on campus. This includes responsibility for all duties necessary for project planning, such as identifying required labor and labor hours, calculating cost estimates based on trade rates/hours, working with trade unions in workforce designations, managing and supervising assigned trades, contract labor, and services for minor rehab and new construction. Additionally, in order to minimize the disruption of campus services, an essential function of the Project Manager role will be to facilitate the coordination of new construction and/or renovations with campus administrators and stakeholders as well as physical plant staff.
The Project Manager will represent the University in the development, planning, and construction activities performed by contractors and inhouse Stony Brook SFE employees. The incumbent is directly responsible for managing a fluctuating workforce to complete projects on time and within budget to meet the needs of the University. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and on multiple initiatives simultaneously. This individual will serve as the primary stakeholder for each assigned project and the single point of contact for coordinating design and construction responsibilities with third party consultants, in-house design team, contractors, vendors, and government agencies. This individual will act as a liaison between internal cross-functional technical teams and the university leadership team. In addition to managing the day-to-day operations of the project, the Project Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing and maintaining project cost analysis, budget, and construction schedules with forecasting and analysis of issues that may impact goals and objectives
+ **Project Management:**
+ Manage multiple concurrent local construction projects which would include: supervising union trade personnel in all facets of project progression, state trade employees, contract labor, and outside vendors for work on rehabilitation, renovations, alterations, and new construction projects.
+ Develop estimates, schedules and track time and materials to ensure projects are accomplished within time constraints and performance goals.
+ Work in partnership with Design Consultants, Construction Managers, and the State University Construction Fund (SUCF) to ensure a successful project completion.
+ Provide technical assistance to campus design engineers and architectural/engineering consultants for hands-on project management in construction.
+ Order all construction materials and equipment necessary for all projects through the Procurement department on a project-by-project basis.
+ Ensure quality control by reviewing drawings and specifications ensuring work is proceeding according to contract.
+ Work with the design team to achieve timely completion of coordinated documents that meet the respective design milestone parameters for each stage of the design.
+ Review all phases of the Construction Documents (CDs) for completeness, compliance with design milestone requirements and constructability assumptions.
+ Establish project tracking logs - including those required for RFIs, CCDs, design clarifications, material submittals, change orders, Certificates of Insurance, etc.
+ Ensure timely processing and response for all time sensitive project documentation.
+ Review monthly updates to ensure coherent sequencing and/or logic, and compliance with contractual milestone requirements. Where necessary, obtain recovery schedules - including sequence and/or logic modifications, to address areas of critical path impact. Proactively identify and mitigate areas of potential owner, CM, and/or subcontractor caused impact.
+ Manage the closeout of the Project - including final resolution of all punch list work, finalize outstanding contract change orders, obtain final lien releases, review O&M/warranty documentation with Operations and process disbursement of retained funds.
+ **Construction & Budget Oversight:**
+ Develop and coordinate construction project schedules, cost analysis, and project accounting in order to maintain project timetables for completion.
+ Review and comment on project budgeting, schedules, estimates, procurement of goods and services, change orders, identify project risks and resolutions.
+ Responsible for coordination of all major equipment associated with the project.
+ Provide documents and communicate details, technical project descriptions, and specifications and on-going technical directions to contract architects, engineers, and outside contractors and vendors.
+ Construct projects by means of specification, plans, scope of work, and cost estimates. This shall be conducted independently with little or no supervision. The incumbent shall inspect all construction plans and work from start to completion to verify conformance with New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Life Safety Codes. Responsible for coordinating start-up of all building equipment specific to the project, including manuals and warranties.
+ Control project schedule and budget.
+ Coordinate and provide direction for the accounting, cost, forecast and construction functions as they relate to the completion of the project.
+ Review and evaluate subcontractor and third-party construction cost estimates.
+ Evaluate and manage procurement of long lead items in accordance with the construction schedule.
+ Manage the selection and procurement of necessary third-party consultant services for surveying, special inspections, materials and soils testing, etc.
+ Monitor, and where necessary, assist in the coordination of on-site activity - including, but not limited to: demolition, utilities installation, general site work, temporary installations and power, vertical construction, exterior and interior renovations and finish work, telecom and/or data coordination, MEP and technology systems commissioning, OFCI installation, FF&E installation and punch list corrections.
+ Monitor to ensure the execution of the Work is in compliance with project quality standards, as well as regulatory and contract requirements.
+ Review change order requests for both entitlement and pricing. Assist in negotiating final CO amounts.
+ Evaluate and mitigate project and subcontractor risks. Ensure that all appropriate bonds/insurance and safety programs are in place and maintained.
+ **Project Communication and Policy & Procedural Review:**
+ Recommend new policies, procedures, and departmental goals.
+ Coordinate and schedule project milestones, such as utility shutdowns, manpower status, material job loading, and informing the campus community.
+ Meet with University Administrators, Provost, Vice Presidents, Department Heads, Architects, and Engineers to coordinate and ensure the work is completed according to the Universitys Policies and Procedures. Act as coordinator when required.
+ Communicate with University administration throughout planning and construction phases to provide information on project operations and progress and to receive input on the plans, schedules, interests, and concerns of the University regarding the project.
+ Provide accurate monthly reports that forecast through project completion. Identify any items that could be a potential problem.
+ Write monthly project reports for the Project including the following components: Executive Summary, Budget Status and/or Forecast, Opportunities and Risks Summary, Project Schedule Status, and Construction Progress Photos.
+ **General Oversight & Administration:**
+ Maintain all project documentation to monitor time, labor, extensions, project scope change orders, construction documents, as-built drawings, and project schedules.
+ Approve personnel time off requests, timesheet approvals, performance programs, and evaluations for construction trades.
+ Maintain daily logs of all activities.
+ Construct and maintain a Budget Status Report and tracking the status of all contracts and POs from the original Development Budget to any subsequent budget update through closeout.
+ Monitor and update the Project FF&E budget. Coordinate procurement, consolidation, shipment, delivery and installation of Project FF&E.
+ **Additional Duties & Responsibilities as Assigned:**
+ Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.
**Special Notes:**
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.
In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $3,400 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.
**Essential Position:** This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.
***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of start date.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
**_Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws._**
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at ... or visit OEA ( .
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Visit our WHY WORK HERE ( page to learn about the **total rewards** we offer.
**Job Number:** 2501229
**Official Job Title:** : Facilities Program Coordinator
**Job Field** : Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
**Primary Location** : US-NY-Stony Brook
**Department/Hiring Area:** : Facilities Design and Const.
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Shift** : Day Shift **Shift Hours:** : 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. :
**Posting Start Date** : Jun 26, 2025
**Posting End Date** : Jul 10, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
**Salary:** : Commensurate with experience.
**Appointment Type:** : Term
**Salary Grade:** : SL5
**SBU Area:** : Stony Brook University
**Req ID:** 2501229
**Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):**
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Five (5) years of full-time experience in construction management, budgeting, project development, and/or a related field. Three (3) years of supervisory experience. Knowledge of Building and Fire Codes. Knowledge of and experience working with construction management software. Project Management experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Drivers License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. **(***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes).**
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Professional license (PE, RA) or professional certification (PMP, PgMP, CAPM, CEM, CEO). Additional years of full-time experience in construction management, budgeting, project development, and/or a related field. Experience with minor rehabilitation and new construction in a University, Healthcare, Hospital Construction, or similar setting. OSHA certification.
**Brief Description of Duties:**
Under the supervision of the Director of Construction for Campus Planning, Design, and Construction, the Project Manager will oversee daily operations for new construction and renovation projects. Key responsibilities include managing project scope, budget, schedule, and contract documents while ensuring quality and risk management. The Project Manager will ensure timely project completion through effective scheduling, monitoring critical paths, expediting material deliveries, and managing approvals. This role requires prioritizing multiple tasks and supervising a skilled team of trades and contract labor.
The Project Manager will provide professional direction and oversight for all new construction, renovation activity, and presidential initiatives occurring on campus. This includes responsibility for all duties necessary for project planning, such as identifying required labor and labor hours, calculating cost estimates based on trade rates/hours, working with trade unions in workforce designations, managing and supervising assigned trades, contract labor, and services for minor rehab and new construction. Additionally, in order to minimize the disruption of campus services, an essential function of the Project Manager role will be to facilitate the coordination of new construction and/or renovations with campus administrators and stakeholders as well as physical plant staff.
The Project Manager will represent the University in the development, planning, and construction activities performed by contractors and inhouse Stony Brook SFE employees. The incumbent is directly responsible for managing a fluctuating workforce to complete projects on time and within budget to meet the needs of the University. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and on multiple initiatives simultaneously. This individual will serve as the primary stakeholder for each assigned project and the single point of contact for coordinating design and construction responsibilities with third party consultants, in-house design team, contractors, vendors, and government agencies. This individual will act as a liaison between internal cross-functional technical teams and the university leadership team. In addition to managing the day-to-day operations of the project, the Project Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing and maintaining project cost analysis, budget, and construction schedules with forecasting and analysis of issues that may impact goals and objectives
+ **Project Management:**
+ Manage multiple concurrent local construction projects which would include: supervising union trade personnel in all facets of project progression, state trade employees, contract labor, and outside vendors for work on rehabilitation, renovations, alterations, and new construction projects.
+ Develop estimates, schedules and track time and materials to ensure projects are accomplished within time constraints and performance goals.
+ Work in partnership with Design Consultants, Construction Managers, and the State University Construction Fund (SUCF) to ensure a successful project completion.
+ Provide technical assistance to campus design engineers and architectural/engineering consultants for hands-on project management in construction.
+ Order all construction materials and equipment necessary for all projects through the Procurement department on a project-by-project basis.
+ Ensure quality control by reviewing drawings and specifications ensuring work is proceeding according to contract.
+ Work with the design team to achieve timely completion of coordinated documents that meet the respective design milestone parameters for each stage of the design.
+ Review all phases of the Construction Documents (CDs) for completeness, compliance with design milestone requirements and constructability assumptions.
+ Establish project tracking logs - including those required for RFIs, CCDs, design clarifications, material submittals, change orders, Certificates of Insurance, etc.
+ Ensure timely processing and response for all time sensitive project documentation.
+ Review monthly updates to ensure coherent sequencing and/or logic, and compliance with contractual milestone requirements. Where necessary, obtain recovery schedules - including sequence and/or logic modifications, to address areas of critical path impact. Proactively identify and mitigate areas of potential owner, CM, and/or subcontractor caused impact.
+ Manage the closeout of the Project - including final resolution of all punch list work, finalize outstanding contract change orders, obtain final lien releases, review O&M/warranty documentation with Operations and process disbursement of retained funds.
+ **Construction & Budget Oversight:**
+ Develop and coordinate construction project schedules, cost analysis, and project accounting in order to maintain project timetables for completion.
+ Review and comment on project budgeting, schedules, estimates, procurement of goods and services, change orders, identify project risks and resolutions.
+ Responsible for coordination of all major equipment associated with the project.
+ Provide documents and communicate details, technical project descriptions, and specifications and on-going technical directions to contract architects, engineers, and outside contractors and vendors.
+ Construct projects by means of specification, plans, scope of work, and cost estimates. This shall be conducted independently with little or no supervision. The incumbent shall inspect all construction plans and work from start to completion to verify conformance with New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Life Safety Codes. Responsible for coordinating start-up of all building equipment specific to the project, including manuals and warranties.
+ Control project schedule and budget.
+ Coordinate and provide direction for the accounting, cost, forecast and construction functions as they relate to the completion of the project.
+ Review and evaluate subcontractor and third-party construction cost estimates.
+ Evaluate and manage procurement of long lead items in accordance with the construction schedule.
+ Manage the selection and procurement of necessary third-party consultant services for surveying, special inspections, materials and soils testing, etc.
+ Monitor, and where necessary, assist in the coordination of on-site activity - including, but not limited to: demolition, utilities installation, general site work, temporary installations and power, vertical construction, exterior and interior renovations and finish work, telecom and/or data coordination, MEP and technology systems commissioning, OFCI installation, FF&E installation and punch list corrections.
+ Monitor to ensure the execution of the Work is in compliance with project quality standards, as well as regulatory and contract requirements.
+ Review change order requests for both entitlement and pricing. Assist in negotiating final CO amounts.
+ Evaluate and mitigate project and subcontractor risks. Ensure that all appropriate bonds/insurance and safety programs are in place and maintained.
+ **Project Communication and Policy & Procedural Review:**
+ Recommend new policies, procedures, and departmental goals.
+ Coordinate and schedule project milestones, such as utility shutdowns, manpower status, material job loading, and informing the campus community.
+ Meet with University Administrators, Provost, Vice Presidents, Department Heads, Architects, and Engineers to coordinate and ensure the work is completed according to the Universitys Policies and Procedures. Act as coordinator when required.
+ Communicate with University administration throughout planning and construction phases to provide information on project operations and progress and to receive input on the plans, schedules, interests, and concerns of the University regarding the project.
+ Provide accurate monthly reports that forecast through project completion. Identify any items that could be a potential problem.
+ Write monthly project reports for the Project including the following components: Executive Summary, Budget Status and/or Forecast, Opportunities and Risks Summary, Project Schedule Status, and Construction Progress Photos.
+ **General Oversight & Administration:**
+ Maintain all project documentation to monitor time, labor, extensions, project scope change orders, construction documents, as-built drawings, and project schedules.
+ Approve personnel time off requests, timesheet approvals, performance programs, and evaluations for construction trades.
+ Maintain daily logs of all activities.
+ Construct and maintain a Budget Status Report and tracking the status of all contracts and POs from the original Development Budget to any subsequent budget update through closeout.
+ Monitor and update the Project FF&E budget. Coordinate procurement, consolidation, shipment, delivery and installation of Project FF&E.
+ **Additional Duties & Responsibilities as Assigned:**
+ Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.
**Special Notes:**
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.
In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $3,400 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.
**Essential Position:** This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.
***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of start date.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
**_Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws._**
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at ... or visit OEA ( .
_In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act_ a _copy of our crime statistics can be viewed_ here ( _._
Visit our WHY WORK HERE ( page to learn about the **total rewards** we offer.
**Job Number:** 2501229
**Official Job Title:** : Facilities Program Coordinator
**Job Field** : Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
**Primary Location** : US-NY-Stony Brook
**Department/Hiring Area:** : Facilities Design and Const.
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Shift** : Day Shift **Shift Hours:** : 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. :
**Posting Start Date** : Jun 26, 2025
**Posting End Date** : Jul 10, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
**Salary:** : Commensurate with experience.
**Appointment Type:** : Term
**Salary Grade:** : SL5
**SBU Area:** : Stony Brook University
**Req ID:** 2501229
Job ID: 482983293
Originally Posted on: 6/27/2025
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