Facilities Project Coordinator- Interior Design/Procurement

About this role

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary

$70,603- $94,595 This position is Hybrid.

Do you enjoy coordinating projects that improve workspaces and support the daily operations of an organization? Oakland County is looking for a collaborative and detail-oriented professional to help lead construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects. In this role, you will coordinate small to medium projects that help ensure County facilities remain functional, efficient, and well maintained.

What You’ll Do • Serve as the project leader for small to medium construction, renovation, and maintenance repair projects. • Coordinate projects involving furniture planning, staff relocations, and facility improvements. • Oversee project design coordination, budget tracking, and scheduling to ensure timely completion. • Assist in developing drawings and specifications used for design development, bidding, and construction. • Support the bidding and contract award process for professional services and contractor work. • Act as the department’s liaison with architects, engineers, construction managers, consultants, and client departments. • Inspect and document construction progress and monitor project status. • Communicate project updates and notify leadership of issues beyond the original scope of work, providing recommended solutions. • Estimate project costs and prepare documentation needed to obtain funding when required. • Review specifications and obtain quotes for project-related purchases. • Utilize Countywide and department-specific software systems to complete assignments and track project activity.

Why You’ll Love It • Help shape and improve the workspaces used by County employees and the community. • Manage a variety of projects including renovations, furniture planning, relocations, and facility improvements. • Work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and multiple County departments. • Gain hands-on experience coordinating projects from planning through completion. Minimum Qualifications EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a preferred major in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field from an accredited college or university.

2. Have had at least two (2) years of full-time work experience in architecture, engineering, or construction management.

NOTE: A Master’s degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field from an accredited college or university OR registration as a Professional Architect or Engineer in an appropriate Architecture discipline by the Michigan State Board of Architects or Engineers may be substituted for one (1) year of the experience requirement above.

3. Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. If qualifying for the position with a Registration as a Professional Engineer, must maintain registration as a Professional Engineer by the Michigan Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

2. If qualifying for a position with a Registration as a Professional Architect, must maintain registration as a Professional Architect by the Michigan State Board of Registration for Professional Architects.

3. Must maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

4. Required to successfully clear a national, fingerprint-based background check conducted by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. This check includes access to nonpublic criminal and court information, beyond convictions. Clearance must be obtained and maintained to hold unescorted access to County facilities.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Functions as project leader for small to medium construction and renovation projects, including furniture planning, staff relocations, and maintenance repairs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Functions as the primary liaison between the client department, architect, engineers, contractors, consultants, construction manager, and Facilities Management for small to medium renovation projects, including furniture planning, staff relocations, and maintenance repairs.

Acts as the central point of contact for other County departments providing project related support, such as Risk Management, Purchasing, Fiscal Services, Corporation Counsel, etc.

Prepares designs for construction, alteration and renovation of proposed or existing facilities including airports, park structures, County offices, and institutional buildings to address departmental needs.

Responsible for meeting the needs of the client department and/or County while still maintaining the project budget and schedule.

Reviews designs prepared by consultants and lower level engineering staff and prepares technical specifications for construction of proposed facilities, conferring with higher level County and consulting engineers regarding project objectives and County guidelines.

Makes recommendations to higher level engineers regarding project feasibility based on cost of materials, funds available, applicable zoning ordinances, building officials and representatives of util

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