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DLR Group

Project Manager, K-12 Education

Austin, TX · On-site

... educational experiences and outcomes for students. Position Summary As a K-12 Education Project Manager at DLR Group, you will be responsible for leading projects on budget and schedule while ...

JRG Partners

Project Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

A premier general contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee large-scale commercial projects across Ohio, including data centers and major education projects at renowned ...

Barrow Wise Consulting

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $150K/yr

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 ...

R D Olson Construction

Project Manager

Sedona, AZ · On-site

$96K - $140K/yr

What You'll Do • Manage full lifecycle of $20M-$40M hospitality, housing, or education projects • Lead buyouts, precon, scheduling, safety, and field coordination • Run subcontractor and owner ...

R D Olson Construction

Project Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$96K - $140K/yr

What You'll Do • Manage full lifecycle of $20M-$40M hospitality, housing, or education projects • Lead buyouts, precon, scheduling, safety, and field coordination • Run subcontractor and owner ...

Blueprint Hires

Project Manager

Oakland, CA

Manage architectural support team and coordination of consultants * Review design/construction ... Experience working on K-12 Education projects P.S. In addition to offering a comprehensive health ...

R.D. Olson

Project Manager

Sedona, AZ · On-site

What You'll Do ✔ Manage full lifecycle of $20M-$40M hospitality, housing, or education projects ✔ Lead buyouts, precon, scheduling, safety, and field coordination ✔ Run subcontractor and owner ...

Safework Inc

Project Manager

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

Manage and coordinate the planning and design phase of projects with all stakeholders including Education user groups, District Facilities Staff and others. * Successfully close out and certify ...

Iovino Enterprises

Project Manager

New London, CT

Relevant work experience Education Project size Project location Required working hours Candidate ... The Project Manager leads the planning and development of all project deliverables and is ...

Cybercoders

Project Manager

Santa Ana, CA · Remote

Project Manager Project Manager Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Manager to oversee various projects in the K-12 and Higher Education sectors, particularly ...

RimePro Inc

Project Manager

Fullerton, CA

$145K - $175K/yr

Manage multiple active K-14 education projects, including those awarded through LAUSD and other school districts * Oversee all project phases from preconstruction through closeout * Handle ...

S L A M Collaborative Inc

Project Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $135K/yr

The S/L/A/M Collaborative has an opening in our Denver, CO office for a Project Manager with institutional project experience, preferably within the Healthcare or Education market sectors . The ideal ...

HED

Project Manager - Higher Education

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125K - $200K/yr

PRIMARY FUNCTION Our Higher Education sector is looking to add an experienced team member (minimum 10 years in the A/E industry, post-graduation) to our group of talented Project Managers. The ...

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How much do educational project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for educational 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 does an Educational Project Manager do?

An Educational Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of projects within educational institutions or organizations. Their responsibilities include coordinating resources, managing budgets, setting timelines, and ensuring projects meet educational goals and standards. They may work on curriculum development, training programs, technology integration, or school improvement initiatives. Effective communication and leadership skills are crucial as they often collaborate with educators, administrators, and stakeholders. Ultimately, their goal is to deliver projects that enhance learning experiences and outcomes.

How does an Educational Project Manager typically collaborate with educators and stakeholders to ensure project success?

An Educational Project Manager works closely with teachers, administrators, and external partners to align project goals with educational needs. Regular meetings, feedback sessions, and progress reports are common tools to ensure everyone stays informed and involved. Effective collaboration often involves facilitating workshops, gathering input from end users, and making adjustments based on feedback. By fostering open communication and building strong relationships, the manager ensures that projects are both relevant and sustainable within the educational environment.

What is the difference between Educational Project Manager vs Curriculum Coordinator?

AspectEducational Project ManagerCurriculum Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in education, project management certification often preferredBachelor's degree in education or related field, teaching certification may be required
Work EnvironmentManage educational projects, coordinate teams, oversee timelinesDevelop, review, and update curricula, support teachers and instructional staff
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, educational nonprofits, government agenciesSchool districts, educational institutions, curriculum development companies

Educational Project Managers focus on planning and executing educational initiatives, while Curriculum Coordinators concentrate on designing and maintaining curriculum content. Both roles require educational background and collaboration with educators, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Educational Project Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Educational Project Manager, you need strong organizational skills, experience in curriculum development or educational programming, and typically a degree in education or project management. Familiarity with project management software like Asana or Trello, and certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2, are often expected. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help manage teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. These competencies ensure that educational projects are delivered on time, within budget, and achieve their learning objectives.
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Project Manager, K-12 Education

Project Manager, K-12 Education

DLR Group

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you're in the right place.
DLR Group's Texas region has an opening for a K-12 Education Project Manager. We operate within a hybrid work model, supporting flexibility between office time and work from home. Considering this model, this role could be based in the following cities:
  • Austin
  • Dallas

About K-12 Education at DLR Group
Our team of educators, researchers, anthropologists, planners, architects, engineers, building performance experts, and interior designers draw from evidence-based design to aid schools in bridging the gap from old and new to improve all facets of operations, and elevate learning through design. Understanding the rapid pace of technological, social, and cultural change, our K-12 Education Studio works with schools across the country to navigate this change to better serve communities and improve educational experiences and outcomes for students.
Position Summary
As a K-12 Education Project Manager at DLR Group, you will be responsible for leading projects on budget and schedule while delivering design excellence. As part of our integrated design team, you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design.
You'll provide hands-on supervision to architectural, engineering and design staff during all phases of the project as well as partner with vendors and consultants as needed. Additionally, you will occasionally interview in front of clients to win work.
If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you'll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably.
What you will do:
  • Manage complex K-12 Education projects of the largest magnitude
  • Develop project Work Plans (schedule, budget, cartoon set) for project success
  • Coordinate all project efforts, administrative and technical, to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects
  • Serve as primary liaison contact with clients to bring projects to completion on schedule, within budget, and with maximum client satisfaction
  • Manage client budgets, schedules, and programs; project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments
  • Estimate fees, determine scope of work, and prepare proposals and contracts on the most complex projects
  • Provide oversight and monitoring of work of less experienced project managers

Required Qualifications:
  • At least 8 years of experience leading and working on K-12 Education projects
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design from an accredited program
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Project for project scheduling, Excel for budgeting and fee proposals, and PowerPoint for presentations
  • Collaborative management style and strong people skills
  • Working knowledge and use of Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam
  • Excellent communication and public speaking skills to participate in interviews and client presentations
  • Ability to travel as projects or tasks require

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Licensed Architect in Texas
  • Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Planifi, and Deltek Vantagepoint
  • Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering or Interior Design from an accredited program

*TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT A PROJECT LIST/WORK SAMPLES*
#LI-MIS
DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects.
We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients' success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment.
Through our values - commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork - we elevate the human experience through design, together.
DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

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