Markus Kessler
Director of Facilities Planning

Markus came to SUNY Fredonia in July 1999 from Wendel Architects and Engineers where he was involved in the design of a number of capital projects at SUNY Fredonia. He began working with Facilities Planning as the Assistant Master Planner to offer design expertise with capital improvements and coordinate project planning for the campus. As Director of Facilities Planning, Markus is responsible for providing direction, assistance, and recommendations on all Capital, residential and renovation projects at all stages of development and construction on the SUNY Fredonia campus. In maintaining the tradition of the I.M. Pei design of the campus, Markus also offers his knowledge and experience in the area of historical preservation. Additionally, he is the designated campus Building Code Compliance Manager. Markus holds a Civil Technology Degree from Erie Community College, a B.P.S. in Architecture from the University of Buffalo, and a Master of Architecture from the University of Buffalo.

Shannon Moore
Assistant Director of Facilities Planning/Contract Administration

Shannon has been a member of the SUNY Fredonia staff since 1990 and has worked with the Facilities Planning Department since Fall 1999. Prior to assuming responsibilities with the Facilities Planning Department, she was responsible for overall office administration for Facilities Management and worked extensively with SUNY Central in developing her knowledge of construction contract administration. Prior experience interpreting rules and regulations was developed through an earlier position in the communications security field which has further aided the knowledge base required for administering contracts at the State level. She is presently responsible for identification of funding, coordination with various state and local entities and the solicitation/bid phase of consultant and construction projects administered at the campus level involving various Capital, residential and renovation projects. She administers and oversees all phases of contract administration and provides guidance for the Request for Proposal process administered by Facilities Management. Additionally, she is responsible for overall office management, identification and implementation of programs, efficiency of administrative operations, and web site development. Shannon holds a B.P.S. in Business Administration from SUNY Empire State College at Fredonia and is currently pursing her MBA through SUNY Empire State as well.

Tony assumes consultant responsibilities within the area of Facilities Planning. He has been at SUNY Fredonia since August 1967 where he has served in a number of technical capacities. Prior to accepting the position of Facilities Master Planner, Tony held the position of Director of Physical Facilities, which originally combined responsibility for facilities planning and maintenance functions. As a result of increased campus growth and with more responsibilities being assumed at the campus level for Capital Master Planning, these departments became two separate entities. Tony then assumed the role of Director of Facilities Planning where he offered his expertise in providing direction, assistance, and recommendations on all Capital, residential and renovation projects at all stages of development and construction at SUNY College at Fredonia. In accepting his current position, Tony offers his vast knowledge of and experience with the campus buildings and grounds to ensure campus needs are met in all areas of design and construction.

Lori Johnson
Department Secretary for Facilities Planning

Lori began her tenure at the Office of Facilities Planning in September 2005. She is responsible for providing administrative support to all staff, overseeing administrative functions, and accounting oversight within this very busy department. Prior to her employ at SUNY Fredonia, Lori spent 17 years working for the Chautauqua County Office of Probation, where she developed a strong base for working in the public sector. While there, she was responsible for maintaining the accounting system, as well as orchestrating a new database for the department, which included training, troubleshooting and problem solving. Lori brings some of her previous knowledge into this office, particularly in the areas of accounting and computer operations. She is also in charge of scheduling meetings, tracking purchases, composing letters/memos and assisting in the implementation of campus projects. Lori holds an Associates Degree in Administrative Executive Secretarial from Jamestown Business College and is currently pursuing her Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Empire State.

Gretchen
Student Assistant

Gretchen is a 2004 Graduate of Forestville Central School having ranked within the Top Three of her graduating class. She is a calendar-year Student Assistant assigned to the Office of Facilities Planning and brings to her position prior office experience, having been employed with a local tax firm. Gretchen's assignment with Facilities Planning began August 2004. She provides immeasurable administrative support and assistance to all staff members of this very busy department. With a major in Childhood Education, she also carries a minor in Spanish. She has been named to the Dean's List each semester while at SUNY Fredonia and strives to maintain the same level of academic excellence for all semesters through graduation. Gretchen's expected date of graduation is Spring 2008.

Please direct Facilities Planning questions to Shannon.Moore (Shannon.Moore@fredonia.edu)