1. Project Planning and Customer Partnership
Partner with internal customers to define facility needs, scope, and priorities for construction, renovation, and maintenance projects. Support project intake by determining requirements and scope. Participate in short- and long-term facility planning and capital improvement strategies. Collaborate with Planning leadership on site master plans, including property use, building locations, specifications, and occupancy planning. Develop conceptual plans with scope, cost estimates, and documentation, validating feasibility with stakeholders. Work with subject matter experts to identify effective, cost-efficient solutions. Prepare project justifications, budgets, and funding documentation. Align plans with capital forecasts and funding. Support executive presentations and propose schedules aligned with APS standards.
2. Design and Technical Oversight
Lead and coordinate design teams through concept and documentation phases. Support design development and transition to project management. Review architectural and engineering designs for alignment with operational needs. Develop specifications, scopes of work, and technical standards.
3. Contract Development and Administration
Develop, negotiate, and administer contracts, including change orders and service agreements. Coordinate bidding processes, evaluate vendors, and secure resources. Manage contracts for construction, maintenance, and facility systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and automation.
4. Project and Construction Management
Manage contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure compliance with contracts, schedules, budgets, and quality standards. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders. Oversee construction and repair work to ensure compliance with codes and safety requirements. Coordinate permits and regulatory approvals.
5. Facility Operations and Maintenance Oversight
Ensure delivery of facility services with minimal operational disruption. Oversee maintenance programs and service contracts. Plan and coordinate outages and building access interruptions for maintenance or projects.
6. Financial Management and Reporting
Manage budgets, including cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting. Review invoices, manage accruals, and maintain financial records. Provide financial analysis to support decisions and cost control.
7. Emergency Response and Problem Resolution
Respond to critical facility failures from a planning and funding perspective. Assess conditions and support restoration efforts. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. Develop solutions to complex facility challenges.
8. Compliance, Safety, and Standards
Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, fire, and regulatory requirements. Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. Establish maintenance standards, equipment specifications, and procedures. Monitor contractor compliance with safety and environmental policies.
9. Communication and Stakeholder Coordination
Communicate project status, issues, and solutions to stakeholders. Facilitate meetings to align on schedules and expectations. Coordinate cross-functional activities to support execution and service delivery.
10. Technical Leadership and Support
Provide technical expertise on facility systems, construction practices, and contracts. Guide equipment lifecycle planning and capital strategies. Represent leadership in addressing operational or organizational issues as needed