Facilities Project & Sustainability Manager

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Poughkeepsie, NY Posted:
Feb 10, 2026 Closes:
Open Until Filled Type:
Full-time Salary Type:
Annually Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 Position

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About Dutchess Community College:

Located in the heart of New York's beautiful and historic mid-Hudson Valley, just 90 minutes north of New York City, Dutchess Community College (DCC) is one of 64 colleges within the State University of New York, the largest comprehensive public higher education system in the country.

DCC's strategic direction is guided by four lenses through which we view our work:
Students. Learning. Community. Growth. We are committed to respecting individuality, embracing diversity, being "student-ready," partnering with and serving our community inclusively. The College welcomes and seeks to grow pools of prospective employees who share and are anxious to support the institution's core values:
Excellence. Collaboration. Engagement. Equity. Innovation.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Associate Vice President of Administration, the Facilities Project & Sustainability Manager is responsible for development, design, planning, and scheduling of campus facilities projects and sustainability initiatives. These projects range from minor alterations and repairs designed to improve, repair, or enhance existing facilities to major remodeling, renovation, and new construction projects from design through construction.

The Facilities Project Manager goals include: maintaining a safe and healthy environment for students, employees, and the community; considering "accessibility" as a priority in all minor and major remodeling and renovation as well as new construction projects; providing project documentation to be shared with the campus community, consultants, contractors, and others; continuously improving facilities project management processes; developing and implementing energy efficiency and sustainability strategies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while promoting environmentally responsible practices.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Works with campus "clients" to define project scope, design criteria, budget limitations, and other considerations

* Develops estimates, prepares specifications, and provides drawings and documentation

* Oversees architectural services relating to new construction as well as remodeling and renovation of existing facilities

* Assures compliance with federal, state, and local building and related codes

* Provides schedules, post notices, and arranges for work group access

* Develops material lists, obtains quotes, secures bids, and drafts purchase requisitions

* Reviews contractors' submittals, conducts pre-bid and pre-construction meetings, and communicates with clients, contractors, consultants, campus construction staff, and the campus community about the impact and progress of projects

* Acts as on-site construction coordinator and campus representative on projects

* Processes change orders and coordinates the various phases of construction and remodeling and renovation projects

* Develops and implements sustainability strategies for all campus users

* Prepare sustainability reports

* Monitors project budgets and expenditures and maintains project records

* Inspects all ongoing and completed work to ensure project details are completed as planned

* Authorizes payment for services and closes out projects

* Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Strong knowledge on state and federal regulations

* The ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects

* Experience working with vendors and negotiations

* Ability to establish workflows and procedures to ensure successful project completion and communicate effectively with the campus community and key stakeholders

* Strong ability to identify, track and have a forward-thinking mindset

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

* Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university preferably in a field related to architecture, construction management, or engineering

* Three (3) years of facilities project management experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

* In-depth knowledge of regulations and compliance requirements

* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working in a higher education or public sector environment

Additional Information:

Working Conditions

* The performance of this work is primarily in-person and on-site.

* Flexible hours are required.

* Some travel will be necessary.

Application Instructions:

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