Facilities​/Technology Project Manager

Facilities/Technology Project Manager

The College of Communication Arts and Sciences(Com Art Sci ) seeks a facilities and technology project manager to work closely with college internal partners, internal/external vendors, MSU’s Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF), MSU IT, and other entities to develop, coordinate, implement, and oversee facility and technology projects for the college. This position will ensure projects stay within budget and on schedule while keeping all stakeholders apprised of objectives, progress, and deadlines.

Com Art Sci  has a diverse range of technology and facility needs that require to be kept up to date and relevant among communication college peers.

This position also works closely with the Com Art Sci ’sIT teamas needed in terms of security, networking, and general computer requirements for equipment thatis part of the broadcast and AV system.

A successful candidate will have extensive experience designing, budgeting, and installing broadcast technology, classroom technology and helping plan and execute the A&I and TLE process along with the ability to articulate specialized/technical information to stakeholders in a simplistic yet informative way. Basic understanding of networking, subnets, and IP configuration is preferred. High attention to detail and organization is required.

Candidates can anticipate working five days per week in office, Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00pm, with flexibility of nights and/or weekends as needs arise.

• Facilities Planning
• Large project PCA (Preliminary Cost Assessment) creation
• Interface with stakeholders to create initial designs for large scale projects
• Interface with MSU’s Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) to develop, coordinate, and execute large scale construction projects.
• Manage all existing facilities projects in coordination with facilities coordinator
• Work with Com Art Sci  leadership on A&I and TL&E planning and budgeting
• Update and oversee the 5-year strategic capital plan for both physical and technology
• Day to Day Facilities Execution
• Perform day-to-day maintenance and repair of existing equipment, as well as installation of any new AV or broadcast equipment
• Maintain network switches and manage subnets as it pertains to the broadcast and AV systems networks
• Work with Com Art Sci ’s facility coordinator on projects as needed
• Help coordinate matters pertaining to the management of Com Art Sci ’s physical facilities (research and general space) including physical spaces in Com Art Sci , Oyer Building, Hubbard South, and the Leinweber Center

• Technology Planning
• Video and audio planning/budgeting/programming
• Broadcast systems budgeting/planning
• General technology budgeting/planning
• Day to Day Technology Execution
• Advanced system design and installation of projects
• Troubleshoot and maintain servers and computers as it pertains to broadcast systems in conjunction with vendor tech support.
• Design, installation, and maintenance of broadcast systems
• Coordinate with WKAR on facility and technology projects in the college if needed
• Management of the DMAT equipment checkout system and its staffing
• Work collaboratively with college IT desktop support staff to ensure all Com Art Sci  technology needs are met
• Collaborate with CAS faculty to ensure a smooth production process for advanced classes such as Focal Point, Spartan Sports Report, and other classes that require advanced technical systems for successful class productions.

• Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Business Administration,…