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Redolent, Inc.

Senior Project Manager

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification (certifications may be exempted by leadership based on extensive post-education project ...

Barrow Wise Consulting

Project Manager

Chicago, IL

The Project Manager will support Barrow Wise's Chicago Board of Education project and perform the following duties: * Assess, plan, and manage the implementation of large, complex enterprise ...

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How much do education project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for education project manager in the United States is $102,682.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $123,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an education project manager?

An Education Project Manager is a professional responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing educational projects or programs within schools, universities, nonprofits, or educational companies. Their main duties include coordinating teams, managing budgets and timelines, ensuring project objectives align with educational goals, and evaluating outcomes. They often collaborate with educators, administrators, and external stakeholders to deliver successful educational initiatives. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential for this role. Education Project Managers help ensure that educational projects are completed efficiently and effectively, benefiting both learners and organizations.

How does an education project manager typically collaborate with stakeholders such as educators, administrators, and external partners?

An Education Project Manager regularly works with a diverse group of stakeholders, including teachers, school administrators, curriculum specialists, and sometimes community organizations or education technology vendors. Collaboration often involves organizing meetings to align project goals, gathering feedback on implementation strategies, and ensuring all parties are informed of timelines and key deliverables. Clear communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as the manager must balance differing priorities while keeping the project on track. Successful collaboration helps ensure the project meets educational standards and addresses the needs of all participants.

What is the difference between Education Project Manager vs Education Coordinator?

AspectEducation Project ManagerEducation Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees educational projects, manages teams, and ensures project goals are metSupports daily educational activities, assists with program implementation, and coordinates schedules
Required CredentialsBachelor’s degree in education or related field; project management experience often preferredBachelor’s degree in education or related field; experience in educational settings beneficial
Work EnvironmentTypically in schools, educational organizations, or nonprofits managing projectsIn classrooms, schools, or educational offices supporting program delivery

While both roles require a background in education, the Education Project Manager focuses on leading and managing educational projects, whereas the Education Coordinator supports daily program activities and assists in implementation. The Project Manager has more strategic and leadership responsibilities, often overseeing teams and budgets, while the Coordinator handles operational tasks to ensure smooth program delivery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an education project manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Education Project Manager, you need strong project management skills, expertise in educational program development, and typically a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with project management software (such as Asana or MS Project), learning management systems (LMS), and sometimes certification like PMP is advantageous. Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills help you coordinate diverse teams and stakeholders effectively. These skills ensure educational projects are delivered on time, within budget, and achieve desired learning outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Education Project Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $102,682 per year, or $49.4 per hour.

Higher Education Project Manager, Owner's Representative

Stantec

Boston, MA • On-site

$107K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


When you care deeply about the work you do, it's rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects.
Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your future-and the future of your community.
Your Opportunity
Stantec seeks an Owner's Representative, at the Project Manager level, to manage projects on behalf of owners in the higher education sector. The projects located in Boston, MA, are in various stages of development and complexity from conceptual planning through design, and construction, requiring onsite supervision.
Your Key Responsibilities
  • Manage all aspects of projects, including renovations, maintenance, and new builds.
  • Collect project specific site information to effectively organize available resources.
  • Develop strategic conceptual program consistent with proposed scheduled and budget in concert with client.
  • Competitively assemble the project team by preparing and administering Requests for Proposals (RFP's), make recommendations for award, and negotiate contracts as may be required by the client.
  • Manage the project team on behalf of the client during the design, construction, occupancy, and closeout process.
  • Provide day-to-day project oversight, coordination and communication with the client and project team collaboratively in concert with clients' goals, constraints, and priorities.
  • Review the design for adherence to client's schedule, budget, logistics and applicable regulatory agency requirements.
  • Manage complex institutional and multi stakeholder project requirements.
  • Develop, track, update, forecast, maintain the project schedule and budget throughout all phases of the project.
  • Administer all contracts and invoices on behalf of client.
  • Anticipate key issues for the betterment of the project and make decisions on major project events, taking into consideration the impact the final direction has on the project goals.
  • Coordinate commissioning and financial close out efforts.
  • Develop and maintain the respect and confidence of the project team.

Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Understanding of and ability to read plans and specifications.
  • Understanding of building MEP & FP systems.
  • Experience in laboratory project management including wet labs, animal research facilities, chemical labs, bio labs, computational labs, civil engineering labs involving heavy machinery, maker space labs, imaging labs, laser labs is a plus.
  • Understanding of preconstruction/project development process and requirements.
  • Understanding of contracts (negotiations, language, and requirements).
  • Ability to analyze and manage project budgets logically and effectively.
  • Strong computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and scheduling software.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and problem-solving abilities.
  • Understanding and experience of Lean Construction is a plus.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • Minimum of 7-10 years' experience in related field.
  • Experience as an Owner's Representative in Project Management on higher education sector projects.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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About the Team
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

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