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# In-House Project Manager, Design Development

- **Company:** Zeta Charter Schools
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $90,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Design Documents, Project Management Software, Microsoft Project, SAP Sales and Distribution, Smartsheet
- **Published:** July 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.topschooljobs.org/job/2459392/in-house-project-manager-design-development/

## About the Role

To achieve our vision, we are searching for a In-House Project Manager, Design Development, with a Master's Degree (related field is preferred, such as architecture, engineering, or project management), and at least 3-5 years of experience in architecture, engineering, or project management., * Strong fluency in architecture, construction, and design processes, with experience coordinating external designers, consultants, and vendors to drive projects forward

 * Advanced project management and systems-thinking capabilities, including experience using platforms such as Smartsheet, Procore, or MS Project to drive organization, visibility, and accountability
 * The ability to step into projects at any stage, quickly assess priorities and risks, and bring structure and clarity to fast-moving or ambiguous workstreams
 * A balance of big-picture strategic thinking and hands-on execution, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach to problem solving

## Description

* Ensures that all Zeta buildings are built as beautiful, world-class, and joyful spaces for learning in accordance with our philosophy of design and design specifications
 * Maintains and continuously improves Zeta's design guidelines and specifications guides
 * Supports in RFPs for Zeta's new facilities projects
 * Collaborates with architects to ensure that resulting Schematic Design (SD), Design Development sets (DD) and Construction Documents (CD) are 100% aligned to Zeta's design guidelines and specifications, and optimized for our school model
 * Ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the specified standards of excellence and safety for Zeta buildings
 * Serves as the internal expert on all design documents and specifications and maintains a current and real-time log of all issues in an organized and scalable manner
 * Develops and maintains project budgets and project schedules; proactively manages and raises issues for any off-track items
 * Supports and executes scalable design and decoration of Zeta schools, in close coordination with Zeta's building design consultant(s)
 * Wear multiple hats as a part of a lean startup-up team, supporting the work of others on the team and taking on new projects and tasks as needed


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