Success Academy Charter Schools, Lead, Renovations & Facilities - Application via WayUp

WayUp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Success Academy Charter Schools is seeking a results-driven Lead for their Renovations and Facilities Team. This position involves overseeing facilities management, renovation projects, and strategic planning across the network to enhance the educational environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in project management within the real estate or facilities sectors, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality educational delivery.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience managing projects in construction or facilities.
• Experience with governmental partners like Department of Education.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise building managers across multiple sites.
• Plan and execute renovation projects within budget and timeline.
• Oversee routine maintenance and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Knowledge of Building Codes

Budgeting

Communication

Job description

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Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running the largest, fastest-growing, and highest-performing network of public charter schools in New York City takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates and supporters alike. We would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure each child in NYC has access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through the doors of one of our 57 schools in NYC a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

Job Description

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running the largest, fastest-growing, and highest-performing network of public charter schools in New York City takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure each child in NYC has access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through the doors of one of our 57 schools in NYC a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

Success Academy’s mission is to reimagine public education. From the classroom to the halls of government, this means finding profoundly different approaches to how to deliver a high-quality education at scale. We re-conceive every aspect of school design, from writing rigorous new curricula to drawing regularly on the advances in technology and business that are transforming every sector except education.

We now need a results-driven Lead to join our Renovations and Facilities Team . Reporting to the Head of Renovations and Facilities , the Lead will lead and oversee the management, maintenance, and renovation of facilities across the Success Academy Charter School Network. This role will involve managing multiple building managers, leading key initiatives, and ensuring optimal facility operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management

• Supervise and mentor building managers across multiple sites
• Develop and implement facilities management policies and procedures
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to staff
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the facilities team
  
  

Renovations and Projects

• Plan, manage, and execute renovation projects within budget and timeline
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations
• Develop and maintain project documentation
  
  

Operations and Maintenance

• Oversee routine maintenance and repairs of facilities
• Implement preventative maintenance programs
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts
• Ensure efficient use of resources and budget
  
  

Strategic Planning

• Develop long-term facility plans aligned with the network's strategic goals
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices
• Prepare and present reports on facility performance and projects
  
  

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• At least 5-7 years of experience managing service providers in real estate, architecture, construction, facilities, procurement, or a related industry
• Prior experience managing multiple complex projects with unwavering deadlines
• Proven ability to successfully lead teams
• In-depth knowledge of the design process, construction & building principles and practices
• Ability to collect and analyze data and leverage the Adobe Creative Suite and other software applications to create visual and graphic displays
• Demonstrated a high level of performance in project budgeting, contract negotiations, and scheduling
• Ability to swiftly act in an environment of change and ambiguity, while partnering with the necessary stakeholders and managing communication and change management
• Direct experience working with governmental partners such as the Department of Education (Division of School Facilities), the School Construction Authority, the Department of Buildings, and the Department of Transportation
• Ability to successfully develop project plans that forecast challenges and reflect a strong understanding of SA’s operational school model
• Demonstrated a high level of performance in project budgeting, contract negotiations, and scheduling.Ability to swiftly take action in an environment of change and ambiguity, while partnering with the necessary stakeholders and managing communication and change management
• Experience balancing competing demands and priorities in planning, managing, and executing key facilities issues
  
  

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills
• Excellent project management abilities
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations
• Budgeting and financial management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  
  

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00

Exact Compensation May Vary Based On Skills And Experience.

Already an employee of Success Academies? Please go to your Okta Dashboard> Workday> Applications> Career to apply via our Internal Careers page.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and team at https://jobs.successacademies.org/working-here/ .

Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Education

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