Student - Capital Projects Assistant

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us - and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

Southern New Hampshire University's Capital Projects team is seeking a student employee to assist with our project planning and management. This is a great way to gain experience in an educational setting by working with campus personnel and building relationships with staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning of the delivery of projects, particularly with scope, schedule, and budget
• Review drawings and specifications with RFIs and Submittals during the construction process
• Attend construction project meetings and report on progress of projects, including schedule updates
• Actively participate in construction inspections to ensure our standard of quality and care
• Prepare meeting minutes
• Review contractor/vendor pay applications and invoices during the construction process
• Participate in regularly scheduled coordination meetings with Capital Projects, Facilities Management, and Procurement
• Space Planning:
• Actively participate in space management activities, such as analyzing and documenting existing available space
• Track space requirement sheet, request form, and document end user requirements for the requested space needs
• Coordinate with furniture vendor and stakeholders for draft cubicle/office/ furniture layout options for end user approval
• Update space planning data sheet and plans with the approved modifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrollment in an Undergraduate or Graduate Day program at SNHU
• Work Study as part of their financial aid package (if applicable)
• Experience with Microsoft programs; experience with AutoCAD a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrolled in SETA Construction Management program; 3rd or 4th year preferred; 2nd year upon approval

Learning Outcomes:

This is a great opportunity to gain professional experience and exposure to industry processes. Your ability to multi-task, work independently, while being guided by the Capital Projects team will be key.

Work Hours:

Mon-Friday between 8am and 4:30pm. Total number of hours per week not to exceed 20.

Required Documents:

Please provide your class schedule along with a resume or a purpose statement detailing qualifications and interest in the role.

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

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