Construction Project Coordinator 3

Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Full-time Construction / Physical Labor / Skilled Trades

Posted on April 1, 2024

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Construction Project Coordinator 3

About Eastern Washington University:
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’22-’23 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:
EWU is currently recruiting for a Construction Project Coordinator 3. The Construction Project Coordinator 3 reports to the Director of Construction and Planning and provides full time project coordination duties on projects that are assigned. This position includes creative and effective responses for day-to-day planning and construction activities.

At Eastern Washington University, we are committed to a campus climate that welcomes and respects diversity. These efforts are championed by our campus leadership and the Office for Diversity and Inclusion. EWU is a microcosm of society reflecting diversity of people, ideas, beliefs, and philosophies. It is the expectation of this position to always support and promote these fundamental values.
In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, or related field. Applicable experience may substitute for education requirements.
4 years experience developing the design and design documents in the office of a registered architect, licensed engineer, government construction office, working with a project engineer or manager for a construction contractor, or combination of the above.
Must have a valid driver’s license
Proficient with computer software such as Microsoft office suite.
Experience with architectural and engineering consultants and agreements related to those consulting functions.
Experience coordinating and implementing small construction projects.
Must be able to work independently. Prioritize work and communicate detailed information verbally and in writing to internal and external constituents to support department operations.
Ability to use sound judgement on engineering/architectural problems, understand and interpret written and oral directions, understand plans and specifications, and to deal tactfully and positively with engineers, architects, customers, state and building officials.
Candidate must demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficient with computer aided design software (CAD) such as AutoCAD, Revit, or other.
Experience with Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Additional Technical Experience in one or more building systems: Medium/Low Voltage Electrical, Mechanical, Building Systems, Plumbing, Boiler Plant Operations, Facilities Security, or other.
Experience with facilities automation systems, such as: Electronic monitoring and switching, automated controls, and energy management.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Understanding of safe work practices
Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability and timeliness
Excellent customer service skills, professional and courteous demeanor

Job Duties:
% of Time: 60
Responsibility / Duty: Construction Coordination:

This position coordinates with in-house staff, as necessary, on projects and scheduling for staff support on other contracted project work.
Evaluate submittals prepared by consultants and/or contractors for the design of new buildings and for major additions or renovations.
Review design/construction standards for use by consultants, contractors, and physical plant staff.
Review and approve material submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and other contract documents.
Establish scope of work, review and evaluate contractor proposals, recommend contractor selection, and approve contract payments.
Evaluate contract disputes.
Prepare cost estimates relative to all facets of real property construction including site development, building structures, and building systems (mechanical, electrical, and air conditioning).
Provide cash flow analysis based on design and construction schedules. Prepare cost estimates for capital budget acquisition.
Participate in contract bid evaluation.
AIM is the application of record for Facilities and Planning. This position will promote and support use of this application within all departments and assist in improving use by all Facilities and Planning staff. This includes following appropriate workflows, independently reviewing and entering data, direct contact with vendors, consultants, and contractor on necessary contract information, including but not limited to architects’ supplemental information, request for information, field orders, change order proposals, change orders, and invoices.

Essential Function Indicator: Yes

% of Time: 20
Responsibility / Duty: Programming and Design:

Establish design criteria and evaluate building designs based on EWU Design Guidelines and Construction Standards
Identify and determine corrective measures for actual or potential building failures including water intrusion, expansion/contraction failures, and drainage problems. Determine action necessary to stabilize or correct such problems.
Prepare written analysis and recommendations for use by department/institution management.
Evaluate and direct the work of consultants and contractors.
Develop and coordinate building system renewal programs.
Sustainability and Conservation. The university has made sustainability and energy conservation a top priority. This position is responsible for implementing sustainable design and installation techniques on minor and major capital projects to support these goals.
This position will represent the university’s interests in all project meetings with users, regulatory agencies, authority having jurisdiction (AHJ), university departments, outside stakeholders, and others as requested.

Essential Function Indicator: Yes

% of Time: 20
Responsibility / Duty: Department Administrative Function:

Provide clerical and administrative functions pertinent to division requirements.

Essential Function Indicator: Yes

Conditions of Employment:

During the course of university employment this position will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
All new employees will comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Upon hire employees will complete required DEI, Hazing, and Harassment and Title IX training. The online training is located at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on our Human Resources site at: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/.
This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Please note that this position will close at midnight on March 31, 2024.

Salary Information: $79,680 – $107,196. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience and skills.

Posting Date: 02/15/2024
Open Until Further Notice: No
Closing Date: 3/31/2024
Screening to Begin: Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/12021

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

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Construction Project Coordinator 3

Eastern Washington University

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