What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Associate position at The State University of New York?
Job Details
SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Professional)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: Facilities - Design & Construction
Budget Title: Staff Associate
Local Title: Project Manager
Posting Date: April 23, 2026
Classification: SL-4
Duties: The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz invites applications for two Project Managers within our Facilities Design & Construction department. The Project Manager reports to the Director of Design & Construction, and is a salaried, professional position that will be filled by candidates with an engineering, architecture, construction management (or related) educational background and/or hands-on experience in the review of commercial project design and construction management of commercial projects. They will work with consultant architects, engineers, State University Construction Fund (SUCF) staff and contractors as well as campus designers, project managers, energy/sustainability staff and campus clients on the design and construction management of campus projects.
The Project Manager will offer feedback to support the best possible design solutions, keeping within budget, while minimizing the negative impacts of construction on campus operations. Based on experience, project assignments could include comprehensively scoped, MEP/FP-oriented, or site projects.
Duties
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at SUNY New Paltz | University Police | Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports.
Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2926
Application for Employment
SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Professional)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: Facilities - Design & Construction
Budget Title: Staff Associate
Local Title: Project Manager
Posting Date: April 23, 2026
Classification: SL-4
Duties: The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz invites applications for two Project Managers within our Facilities Design & Construction department. The Project Manager reports to the Director of Design & Construction, and is a salaried, professional position that will be filled by candidates with an engineering, architecture, construction management (or related) educational background and/or hands-on experience in the review of commercial project design and construction management of commercial projects. They will work with consultant architects, engineers, State University Construction Fund (SUCF) staff and contractors as well as campus designers, project managers, energy/sustainability staff and campus clients on the design and construction management of campus projects.
The Project Manager will offer feedback to support the best possible design solutions, keeping within budget, while minimizing the negative impacts of construction on campus operations. Based on experience, project assignments could include comprehensively scoped, MEP/FP-oriented, or site projects.
Duties
- Manage designated building/site projects from design phase through construction and closeout, including budget and schedule tracking, and project contract administration (RFIs, submittals, change orders, payment applications, closeout documentation).
- Develop minor project design & construction documents under supervision of senior design staff.
- Provide pre-design support for major capital projects including sharing of archival campus documents and coordinating consultant site access, and constructability review.
- Observe and report back to campus stakeholders on construction progress of SUCF-managed projects.
- Maintain department archives after project closeout, upkeep of campus standard documents and master building & site plans.
- Keep sustainability in mind during all stages of projects and help the campus realize it’s carbon reduction goals.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field with minimum 3 years’ experience working in commercial building design and/or construction OR Associate’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field is required with minimum five (5) years’ experience working in commerical building design and/or construction OR Relevant construction management experience of at least eight (8) years managing multi-trade, large-value commercial capital construction projects from bid through project completion.
- Deep knowledge of industry standards and NYS building codes.
- Demonstrated experience with institutional and/or commercial building construction management.
- Ability to comprehend construction drawings and specifications and prepare pertinent review comments.
- An ability to collaborate productively with multidisciplinary team members, consultant groups and stakeholders on a variety of concurrent projects.
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
- NYS Code Enforcement Official certification
- Proficiency with CAD, BIM and/or GIS software.
- Estimating and project scheduling experience
- Specification writing/reviewing experience
- Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and NFPA standards
- Working knowledge of OSHA/ PESH regulations
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at SUNY New Paltz | University Police | Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports.
Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2926
Application for Employment