Construction Project Manager

About Mastery:

Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students.

Position Summary:

The Construction Project Manager position will report directly to the Senior Director of Facilities and Capital Planning and interface with the COO. The role will coordinate with central and school‑based operations team members and school leaders, manage short‑ and long‑range capital projects, and support Mastery’s mission. The Construction Project Manager will directly manage contractors, engineers, and architectural partners. The position will be based out of Philadelphia.

• Determine and define scope of work and deliverables
• Predict resources needed to complete projects
• Report on work progress and budget matters
• Build relationships with quality subcontractors
• Instruct and supervise construction personnel and activities onsite
• Manage construction projects schedules and activities
• Comply with building and safety codes, and other state and local regulations
• Maintain current drawings and engineering records
• Manage projects to aligned and agreed‑upon designs and plans
• Manage construction manager and oversee their work
• Coordinate efforts across the entire project between architects, designers, engineers, and subcontractors

• Experience managing teams and creating systems
• Comfortable reading and understanding blueprints and drawings
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, general computer and project management software
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction, engineering, and architecture principles
• Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs
• Degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field
• A minimum of five years of experience in construction and/or property management, with a minimum of three years in a supervisory capacity
• Preferred experience running multiple projects within education environment (e.g., school district or university settings)

• Ability to perform the essential duties as required, and to work in the environmental conditions required, such as traveling to campus sites; maneuvering in office spaces (standing, walking, sitting for long periods, speaking loudly and clearly, seeing and hearing both near and far); stooping, kneeling, reaching file cabinets/shelves; fine finger and hand manipulation in use of computer, chalkboard, dry erase, &/or projector;
  
  filing, faxing, scanning, copying, typing, mailing, and making phone calls; sitting for up to two (2) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse, and typing.

• Position requires local &/or regional travel to Mastery and other sites. Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle, or access to reliable transportation.

• External candidates hired for this role are eligible for a $3,000 signing bonus
  ** as well as up to $5,000 for relocation expenses!
• The Construction Project Manager at Mastery can expect a starting salary between $62,700 to $76,600, based on education and experience, with opportunities for growth as your career progresses.

Mastery’s Benefits Package:

We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full‑time employees), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more.

We also provide access to the Health Advocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits‑related topics.