Senior Project Coordinator

Project Engineer/Coordinator

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer/Coordinator to support the outsourced join our engineering team on a large, dynamic studio campus. This role will report directly to the Chief Building Engineer and provide essential support to the Program/Project Manager, focusing on the planning, execution, and closeout of a wide array of capital improvement projects, infrastructure maintenance initiatives, and operational enhancements across the campus. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

$48 - $48 an hour

Key Responsibilities

• Technical and Engineering Support
• Provide technical support and expertise to the local team and outsourced Chief Building Engineer on building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety) troubleshooting, maintenance programs, and system optimization.
• Assist in conducting site surveys, condition assessments, and feasibility studies to inform capital planning and maintenance strategies.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and building codes.
• Help manage the campus's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and contribute to data integrity for assets, work orders, and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Support the development and maintenance of campus-wide standards for materials, equipment, and construction quality.
• Project Support and Coordination
• Assist in developing project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans for infrastructure projects, tenant improvements, and equipment upgrades.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including design teams, contractors, vendors, campus operations, and client departments.
• Contribute to the Request for Proposal (RFP) and bidding process, including contractor selection and contract documentation preparation.
• Monitor project progress, track expenditures against budget, and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and meeting minutes.
• Ensure all projects adhere to safety standards, campus policies, local codes, and quality requirements.
• Facilitate project closeout procedures, including punch lists, commissioning, final documentation turnover (e.g., O&M manuals, as-builts), and warranty tracking.
• Communication and Reporting
• Develop and present clear, concise project status reports, financial summaries, and risk analyses to the management team.
• Act as a key communication liaison between project teams and the Facilities Operations staff to minimize disruption to campus activities.
• Manage documentation control for all project-related files, drawings, and data.

Qualifications

Required

• 2-5 years of experience in project coordination, project engineering, or construction management, preferably within a large commercial campus, studio, or corporate environment.
• Proven understanding of core building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems and general construction practices.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Google Suite, Asana, Primavera P6).
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, blueprints, and technical specifications.

Preferred

• Experience working in a studio, media, or entertainment industry environment.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms (e.g., Maximo, SAP, ServiceChannel).
• EIT certification, PMP certification, or other relevant professional accreditation.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Construction Management) or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of local building codes and permitting processes in the Albuquerque area.