Campus Planner and Project Manager (Administrator II) Capital Project Management

Working Title

Campus Planner and Project Manager

Administrator Level (for MPP positions only)

This position is an MPP Level IIin the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP) reporting to theAssociate Vice President for Capital Planning Design and Construction and Facilities Services (AVP).

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Department

Capital Planning Design and Construction

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Work Schedule

Monday Friday ; 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$8570.00 - $9625.00 Per Month ($105000$115500 Annually)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Capital Planning Design and Construction and Facilities Services (AVP) the Campus Planner/Project Manager is a hybrid position within Capital Planning Design and Construction and is an individual contributor as well as key member of the senior leadership team. The incumbent collaborates on campus activities related to the planning and design of capital projects encompassing buildings and grounds and represents campus interests on planning capital projects to see that the universitys needs are met. The incumbent leads planning programming and preliminary studies that substantiate campus requests for capital funding and sets project parameters prior to schematic design. The incumbent furthers the campus master plan development and implementation capital outlay planning feasibility studies and space management. This position includes preparing the required CPDC reporting to the Chancellors Office annually and biannually. The Campus Planner/Project Manager may manage some staff and resources related to campus planning/project management including professional and/or student staff and an overall project tracking system for the department.

The incumbent works closely with various constituencies on campus to ensure project success and serves as a key point of contact with the CSU Chancellors Office. The incumbent serves as a liaison with local state and federal agencies including those related to permitting transit and transportation public works planning and fire life safety.

Under the direction of the AVP the incumbent also manages capital projects including the development and implementation of Major Capital Outlay Minor Capital Outlay Minor Alteration and Hazardous Materials Abatement projects. The incumbent coordinates these projects throughout their various phasesschematic preliminary and construction documents bidding construction and occupancyby ongoing and timely communication with university representatives and off-campus design consultants and contractors. The Campus Planner/Project Manager defines projects develops a set of tasks to implement projects coordinates and monitors the work involved in the tasks and delivers completed projects on time and within the prescribed budget constraints.

Position Information

Campus & Capital Planning

Works closely with the AVP to develop and implement the campus capital outlay program to include setting recommended priorities for the annual and five year programs master plan implementation strategies feasibility studies and program development project justifications and budget development and coordination with the CSU Office of the Chancellor for all state and non-state funded projects.

Follows SUAM (State University Administrative Manual) guidelines and coordinate with all entities for designing budgeting and administration for all capital projects.

Collaborates on the development of campus design guidelines and standards. Ensures that the aesthetic of the campus and all projects are coherent with the master plan guidelines.

Leads the discussion of relevant campus-wide issues in the areas of campus planning and space management.

Reviews projects with relevant committees. Participates in discussions of project development design review and community planning & real estate development.

Oversees the implementation/compliance of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for campus projects to include determination of appropriate CEQA process management of consulting firms and contracts coordination of CSU Capital Planning Desing and Construction staff CSU General Counsel local state and federal agencies and the public.

Coordinates project permitting with internal and external entities such as the CSU Office of Fire Safety San Francisco Department of Public Works etc.

Manages project intake via CPDCs project initiation request form.

Manages department project list for tracking schedule scope and budget of both state and campus funded projects.

Manages annual APPA survey for systemwide tracking of facilities assets and expenditures.

Updates the Capital Outlay Management Plan annually to report to the Chancellors Office on department qualifications for administering capital projects with state funds.

Manages the facility condition database and provide related reports to campus leadership.

Coordinates with the CSU Seismic Review Board and ensure project/program adherence to CSU seismic policy.

Prepares major capital project milestone submittals for the Chancellors Office.

Prepares project saving re-allocations per the CPDC 3-2 for the Chancellors Office.

Manages campus signage including recognition/memorial plaques wayfinding and regulatory.

Prepares capital outlay of campus funded projects and annual project showcase for the campus budget office.

Manages the bi-annual parking ADA audit reporting and coordination of work to correct any violation findings.

Prepares project charters to detail schedule scope and budget for all state and non-state projects.

Prepares cash flows for SRB funded major capital projects.

Prepares quarterly reports for state funded projects.

Prepares community engagement and construction notifications.

Oversees the campus forestry management plan.

Provides technical and planning expertise to project teams including knowledge of existing conditions and abiliity to quickly recall drawings and specifications for CPDC archives.

Assists with fulfilling public requests for information.

Manages the review response and dissemination of incoming CSU planning reports such as the annual summary of campus capacity utilization report lab lab report etc.

Leverages campus capacity utilization and enrollment/entitlement data to inform planning decisions.

Provides research mapping and graphics in support of planning projects.

Supports real estate division in research and inputs regarding maps easements deeds title reports surveys historical documents development streets and rights-of-way.

Capital Project Management

Coordinates and monitors work in progress of design professionals and contractors. Works with all project participants clients/users architects consultants cost estimators construction managers inspectors code enforcement agencies and contractors.

Participates in preparation and administration of agreements between the University and design professionals/contractors. Is sufficiently familiar with all agreements between the University and design professionals/contractors.

Under direct supervision of the AVP is responsible for the contract administration of construction projects.

Works with building users University colleges and departments. Obtains approvals and decisions from the client (user) in a timely manner that allows the project to flow smoothly and quickly through each phase of design and construction. Alerts the AVP to any change in scope lack of information or decision from clients that may affect the project schedule or budget.

Arranges for timely submission of documents for in-house and client (user) milestone progress reviews.

Coordinates and conducts reviews of the projects on a timely basis with designer and consultants construction manager and inspectors to ensure proper coordination and beneficial input from project team members.

At closeout of each project: prepares project history data including construction analysis special design features evaluation feedback for future projects and other pertinent data and reports.

Other Duties As Assigned

At All Times

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Architecture Engineering Planning Landscape Architecture Science Geography Business or a related field from an accredited college of university or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of 7 years of experience in campus planning and the administration of capital projects both large and small in a higher education environment

Experience with budgeting and public works contracting procedures and CSU delivery methods including Job Order Contracting Task Order Contracting Construction Manager at Risk and Collaborative Design Build

Excellent written and verbal skills

Successful experience in making presentations to varied groups

Successful experience in communicating with a wide variety of individuals at various levels in the organization

Ability to read analyze draw and critique plans and design proposals and the ability to review and enforce project specifications

Thorough knowledge of the methods practices and procedures of campus planning capital budget preparation and control techniques

Knowledge of state and non-state funding sources to support educational construction and equipment programs implementation of model management and administrative techniques related to the supervision and direction of a diverse work force

Working knowledge of standard office and planning software including word processing spreadsheets graphics and presentation software and preferably AutoCAD GIS and database management systems

Proven management skills including the editing oversight or preparation of technical reports and the presentation of information to campus and government entities and various committees

Strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with faculty staff students design professionals contractors governmental representatives the campus community and the general public

Ability to make effective decisions and perform a variety of administrative duties plan assign coordinate delegate and supervise the work of a staff engaged in a variety of administrative duties

Ability to understand and manage high-profile sensitive or controversial political situations

Working knowledge of building codes construction practices safety rules and project oversight and inspection requirements

Ability to perform well under pressure of deadlines and conflicting priorities

Ability to provide administrative and/or program leadership in a large and/or complex organizational unit with a broad impact under general direction

Ability to assess formulate and evaluate the impact of recommended or implemented policies from a strategic and operational perspective. Work requires regular participation in planning and development activities and as required independent determination of methods to meet programmatic or administrative goals

Influence over key objectives and longer-term goals of an organizational unit and/or program with high visibility or broad impact within and outside the organization

Independent determination of approaches to project and priorities; Work is reviewed against overall goals and objectives with full accountability for results

Appreciable ingenuity and innovation to conceive new approaches and solutions to address complex problems and issues

Demonstrated expertise in and advanced knowledge of the principles problems and methods of public and business administration and operational and fiscal management

Ability to work with representatives from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations

Demonstrated consultative skills in working with internal and external constituent groups

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in Architecture Planning Landscape Architecture Engineering Science Geography Business or a related field
Certification as a LEED Accredited Profession
Certified Access Specialist through the CASp Program
Experience in the planning and design of capital projects both large and small in a public higher education environment preferably with the CSU system
Experience with a variety of delivery models
Working knowledge of electrical mechanical structural and other systems in institutional buildings
Experience with principles of sustainability
License to practice Architecture Landscape Architecture or Engineering in the State of California or willingness to pursue such licensure
Knowledge of campus and capital planning principles and practices specific to the California State University
Ability to read and understand construction and contract documents
Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analyses and techniques
Ability to perform business math analyses budgetary data and makes accurate projections
Expertise on English language grammar spelling punctuation and syntax; thorough knowledge of office methods procedures and practices
Core Competencies embody the following competencies:
o Bias toward collaboration and teamwork.
o Effective oral written and nonverbal communication skills.
o Customer/Client Focus with an emphasis in problem solving and resolution.
o Personal effectiveness and credibility as demonstrated by interpersonal and professional confidence.
o Diversity and inclusion.

REQUIRED/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Must possess a valid unrestricted California Drivers License

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Lifes Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical Dental Vision Pension 401k Healthcare Savings Account Life Insurance Disability Insurance Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program all geared towards the Universitys commitment to attract motivate and retain our employee.

CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)

Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants currently in bargaining units 2 5 7 and 9 are given hiring preference.

Additional Information

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Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework all work is expected to be performed in the state of California and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.

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