In-House Construction Project Manager

Zeta Charter Schools•New York City, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Zeta is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee the external development of new facilities and manage building renovations. This role is crucial for ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high standards of excellence and safety. The Project Manager will negotiate with vendors, manage stakeholders, and maintain detailed records of project progress. This is a hands-on role requiring flexibility and a willingness to be onsite as needed to address project requirements in real time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (related field is preferred, such as construction management or project management)
At least 4+ years of work experience in construction management
Passion for team success and continuous improvement
Work authorization is required (candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.)

Responsibilities

Oversee external development of Zeta’s new facilities to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to Zeta’s specified excellence and safety standards
Oversee and manage all aspects of building renovations and major facility projects from start to finish
Negotiate and manage master service agreements with construction and maintenance vendors to support our annual repair and maintenance cycle
Manage internal stakeholders, external vendors, and construction personnel, ensuring they work efficiently, effectively, and with accountability
Maintain effective and efficient records of construction project progress by leveraging spreadsheets and project management software, and provide timely and regular updates to internal Zeta teammates
Monitor and track all items to completion by developing scalable systems for tracking project issues and progress, proactively flagging and resolving issues
Wear multiple hats as a part of a lean scale-up team, supporting the work of others on the team and taking on new projects and tasks as needed