Senior Project Manager (K-12 Project Management Advisory)

About the role

Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D) is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex K‑12 capital projects, navigate politically nuanced school district environments, and serve as a trusted advisor to institutional stakeholders. The role involves planning, development, and management of large‑scale K‑12 capital improvement programs, partnering with districts to shape and deliver real estate and capital projects across the full lifecycle. This position is fully onsite in Oakland, CA.

Responsibilities

• Lead large‑scale K‑12 capital improvement and construction implementation projects, including programs exceeding $75M in total project value.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to school district leadership, providing strategic guidance on project execution, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and delivery.
• Direct implementation activities related to school construction, modernization, deferred maintenance, heat and ventilation mitigation initiatives, sustainability improvements, and capital asset management.
• Develop and oversee project budgets, schedules, project charters, implementation plans, procurement coordination, permitting activities, and quality control efforts.
• Coordinate and manage internal and external project teams, including