Facilities/Technology Project Manager

Working/Functional Title

Facilities/Technology Project Manager

Position Summary

The College of Communication Arts and Sciences (ComArtSci) seeks a facilities and technology project manager to work closely with college internal partners, internal/external vendors, MSU’s Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF), MSU IT, and other entities to develop, coordinate, implement, and oversee facility and technology projects for the college. This position will ensure projects stay within budget and on schedule while keeping all stakeholders apprised of objectives, progress, and deadlines. ComArtSci has a diverse range of technology and facility needs that require to be kept up to date and relevant among communication college peers. This position also works closely with the ComArtSci’s IT team as needed in terms of security, networking, and general computer requirements for equipment that is part of the broadcast and AV system.

A successful candidate will have extensive experience designing, budgeting, and installing broadcast technology, classroom technology and helping plan and execute the A&I and TLE process along with the ability to articulate specialized/technical information to stakeholders in a simplistic yet informative way. Basic understanding of networking, subnets, and IP configuration is preferred. High attention to detail and organization is required.

Candidates can anticipate working five days per week in office, Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00pm, with flexibility of nights and/or weekends as needs arise.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to;

Facility Management:

Facilities Planning

Large project PCA (Preliminary Cost Assessment) creation

Interface with stakeholders to create initial designs for large scale projects

Interface with MSU’s Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) to develop, coordinate, and execute large scale construction projects.

Manage all existing facilities projects in coordination with facilities coordinator

Work with ComArtSci leadership on A&I and TL&E planning and budgeting

Update and oversee the 5-year strategic capital plan for both physical and technology.

Day to Day Facilities Execution

Perform day-to-day maintenance and repair of existing equipment, as well as installation of any new AV or broadcast equipment.

Maintain network switches and manage subnets as it pertains to the broadcast and AV systems networks.

Work with ComArtSci’s facility coordinator on projects as needed

Help coordinate matters pertaining to the management of ComArtSci’s physical facilities (research and general space) including physical spaces in ComArtSci, Oyer Building, Hubbard South, and the Leinweber Center.

Technology Management and Planning:

Technology Planning

Video and audio planning/budgeting/programming

Broadcast systems budgeting/planning

General technology budgeting/planning

Day to Day Technology Execution

Advanced system design and installation of projects

Troubleshoot and maintain servers and computers as it pertains to broadcast systems in conjunction with vendor tech support.

Design, installation, and maintenance of broadcast systems.

Coordinate with WKAR on facility and technology projects in the college if needed.

Management of the DMAT equipment checkout system and its staffing

Work collaboratively with college IT desktop support staff to ensure all ComArtSci technology needs are met

Collaborate with CAS faculty to ensure a smooth production process for advanced classes such as Focal Point, Spartan Sports Report, and other classes that require advanced technical systems for successful class productions.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Business Administration, Management or related field.

Three to five years of related and progressively more expansive work experience in project planning, budgeting, and management of large-scale capital projects.

Experience with university systems and structures.

Experience with large broadcast and AV systems, signal transport, and troubleshooting capabilities for these systems.

Experience supervising student employees.

High attention to detail and organization.

Desired Qualifications

• 10+ years of technology and facility management

• Experience working with stakeholders at all levels of an organization

• Experience troubleshooting complex technology and project issues

• 10+ years of broadcast and AV system design, installation, and operation.

• Knowledge of CAD software such as Visio

• Experience with Webcheckout equipment management system

• Experience with ROSS Video equipment ecosystem

• Experience with Extron equipment and programing

• Dante certifications

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover letter

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

https://comartsci.msu.edu/

Bidding Eligibility ends November 17, 2026 at 11:55 PM