Project Manager - Education Facilities

About the role

We’re seeking an experienced and collaborative Project Manager to support our Pre K–14 and Higher Education clients across the Upstate/Capital District Region of New York State. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you’ll guide complex capital projects from early planning through closeout, working closely with owners, designers, contractors, and stakeholders unique to school and campus environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple education projects simultaneously using established project controls and procedures
• Provide on-site leadership in scheduling, safety, construction quality, and design coordination
• Manage change orders, cost reviews, contractor payment applications, and procurement processes
• Cookordinate with school district administrators, facilities teams, academic departments, and community groups to maintain alignment with program goals
• Address project critical issues that arise in active learning environments, including phased construction, site constraints, and occupant safety
• Ensure strict adherence to safety and security requirements for occupied school and campus facilities

Requirements

• A high school diploma required; a bachelor’s in engineering, architecture, or construction preferred
• 10+ years of construction experience across large scale or multi-phase building/rehabilitation projects
• 4+ years as an Assistant Project Manager
• A strong understanding of pre-design, pre-construction, contract management, project delivery methods, and building systems
• The ability to manage 4–5 projects at once while providing confident, effective leadership on active school or campus sites
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• The ability to pass required background checks to access secure school facilities

Qualifications

• Experience managing Pre K–12 school construction, district capital programs, or Higher Education facilities projects
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification a plus

Skills

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Project management expertise
• Knowledge of school and campus facility construction

Benefits

Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future.

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• A 401(k) plan
• The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
• Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays
• Caregiver leave

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $95,000.00 to $150,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

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