Senior Capital Projects Coordinator

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FUNCTION: Facilities, Engineering and Acquisition

SUB-FUNCTION: Facilities Project Management

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Specialized

CAREER LEVEL: S3

Scope of Position

Under the direction of the WMC Engineering leadership team, the Senior Capital Projects Coordinator manages the annual capital threshold and non-threshold projects and 5-10 year capital improvement program, develops and coordinates the implementation of the facilities capital improvement program throughout the medical center building portfolio by assessing equipment, systems, user input, and latest regulatory standards, to ensure safe, effective equipment operation and efficient utilities usage, and communicates across the health system, university administration, and other university facilities departments.

Position Summary

The Senior Capital Projects Coordinator identifies the short- and long-term capital needs of medical buildings systems including but not limited to HVAC, controls, plumbing, steam, heating hot water, chilled water, medical gas, fire alarm, fire protection, emergency power generation and distribution and main electrical utility distribution, pneumatic tube system, trash / linen conveyance systems, lighting controls, nurse call, building envelope, and elevators. The position develops scope, procures budget estimates, and coordinates technical direction through project completion. Gathers and analyzes data and prepares, coordinates, and presents capital planning recommendations throughout the organization.

The Senior Capital Projects Coordinator will operate with a very high level of autonomy and typically serves as a building systems planner/project coordinator utilizing both internal and external consultants and resources. Projects developed by this position are of considerable scope, value, and frequently involve a high level of problem resolution and negotiation. This position can manage the administrative functions of staff assigned to producing opinions of probable cost, including managing consulting engineers, construction companies and leading internal staff. The position will also mentor and aid in the development of FOD Operations staff, supporting the department’s overall goals and mission.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience required.

Preferred

• 4-8 years of relevant experience, preferably with hospital and medical building settings, including mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experienced Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and regulatory requirements such as NEC, ASHRAE, OSHA, OBC, NFPA, TJC, FGI, ADA, HIPAA.
• Experience with CADD, Revit, BIM, or other computer drafting programs.
• Experience within a medical center/health care facility, academic, and/or infrastructure projects; public sector and/or university experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and creating presentation documents.
• Ability to create and maintain strong team collaboration; and foster a positive work environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse and customer service focused environment; and build constructive and effective relationships within team and across the organization.
• Ability to comfortably handle risk and uncertainty; can act without having total picture available.
• Demonstrated proficient diagnostic skills - able to systematically identify and resolve technical problems.

Ongoing

• Meets mandatory safety and educational requirements.
• Demonstrates competence in technical and interpersonal skills required to meet job expectations; takes appropriate action when needed.
• Keeps current on regulatory regulations and standards including of National Standards Institute (ANSI), Ohio Building Code (OBC), The Joint Commission (JC), The Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI) and other regulatory agency requirements for compliance.

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