Facilities Project Manager, Acquisitions - Fully Remote

Overview

Futures start here. Kinder Care Learning Companies offers a variety of early education and child care options for families. We are recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award and are dedicated to building confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. Join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At Kinder Care Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

Position: Facilities Project Manager for Acquisitions (Standards Implementation) — drive outcomes for Kinder Care’s facilities standards across newly acquired centers, from pre-acquisition assessments through project closeout. Partner with Mergers & Acquisitions, Growth, Operations teams and external vendors to evaluate facility conditions, define scope and budget, and oversee implementation of required improvements. Requires extensive travel, strong vendor and contractor coordination, and focused project documentation to ensure acquired centers are safe, compliant, and aligned with Kinder Care s brand standards.

• Pre-Acquisition & Due Diligence Support: Partner with the Mergers & Acquisitions team to plan and conduct site assessments, evaluating building conditions, safety risks, code compliance, and alignment with Kinder Care facility standards.
• Scope, Budget, & Planning Development: Work with building designers, general contractors, and internal partners to build and finalize scopes of work, budgets, schematic floor plans, and signage plans after LOI execution.
• Project Execution & Timeline Management: Lead project implementation activities, managing schedules, tracking milestones, communicating changes, and resolving issues to support on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Vendor & Contractor Coordination: Support selection and oversight of vendors and contractors, supervising performance, schedule adherence, compliance with Kinder Care specifications, and accuracy of invoicing.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance Oversight: Supervise construction and renovation activities to ensure adherence to building codes, safety regulations, and Kinder Care standards; participate in inspections, turnover walks, and warranty reviews.
• Documentation, Reporting, & Systems Management: Maintain complete and accurate project records—including budgets, contracts, floor plans, change orders, and schedules—within Smartsheet and provide regular status updates to collaborators.
• Communication & Alignment: Facilitate meetings, site visits, and cross-functional coordination to ensure clarity, alignment, and timely decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
• Administrative & Managerial Support: Provide scheduling, correspondence, and general project support to the Acquisitions Manager and assist with other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, facilities management, architecture, or related field; OR equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in project management, facilities standards implementation, or construction oversight.
• Proven understanding of building standards, safety guidelines, and facility operations.
• Experience handling CAPEX budgets, project parameters, and cost controls.
• Proficiency with Smartsheet, Microsoft Office Suite, and project tracking tools.
• Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently in fast-paced environments.
• Experience coordinating efforts involving architects, building contractors, and signage vendors.
• Prior experience in childcare, education, or multi-site retail environments preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 75%).

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• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
• Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and…