Senior Program Manager, K-12 Construction

Senior Program Manager, K-12 Construction
Our client located in Dallas, TX is in need of a Senior Program Manager. This is an immediate need and will be an onsite, direct hire opportunity on a multi-year big budget project.




Company Overview:
K-12 Construction




Senior Program Manager Role:
A large scale public sector organization is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to oversee complex K-12 capital improvement and construction initiatives.
This individual will lead multiple high visibility projects involving campus renovations, new construction, modernization efforts, and infrastructure improvements within active educational environments.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience managing large scale institutional construction programs, with a strong background in K-12 project delivery, stakeholder coordination, budget oversight, and contractor management.
This role requires a strategic and hands on leader capable of driving projects from planning through completion while maintaining strict adherence to schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead multiple concurrent K-12 construction and capital improvement projects from inception through closeout
Manage all phases of project delivery including planning, design coordination, procurement, construction execution, and turnover
Oversee project budgets, schedules, forecasting, risk mitigation, and quality assurance initiatives
Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, inspectors, and internal stakeholders
Ensure compliance with applicable construction standards, safety regulations, permitting requirements, and procurement processes
Provide regular executive level reporting regarding project status, financial performance, milestones, and risks
Manage contractor performance, construction documentation, change orders, and project controls
Support stakeholder communication efforts across leadership teams, operational groups, and community representatives
Drive successful project execution within occupied and operational educational environments
Participate in long term capital planning and program implementation efforts




Senior Program Manager Background Profile:
Bachelors degree required, preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline
PMP Certification required
10 to 15 years of progressive construction project or program management experience
Mandatory experience overseeing K-12 construction projects
Mandatory experience managing large scale commercial, institutional, or public sector construction initiatives
Strong understanding of capital improvement programs and complex construction delivery environments
Proven ability to manage multiple high value projects simultaneously
Excellent leadership, communication, budgeting, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting large scale educational or municipal capital programs
Familiarity with public sector construction processes and compliance standards
Experience managing renovations, modernization efforts, and ground up construction projects




Feature and Benefits:
Salary plus cost of living bonus
Paid Time off
75% of employee and Family Benefits coverage
401k