Zeta Charter Schools · 2 months ago
Associate Director of Construction
New York City, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expZeta is a mission-driven organization focused on providing high-quality education and fostering social-emotional development for students. They are seeking an Associate Director of Construction to oversee the development of new facilities, manage renovations, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Oversees external development of Zeta’s new facilities to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to Zeta’s specified excellence and safety standards
Oversees and manages all aspects of building renovations and major facility projects from start to finish
Responsible for negotiating and managing master service agreements with construction and maintenance vendors, to support our annual repair and maintenance cycle
Responsible for planning, budgeting, scheduling, monitoring progress, and proactively flagging and resolving issues
Manages internal stakeholders and external vendors and construction personnel, ensuring they work efficiently, effectively, and with accountability
Maintains effective and efficient records of construction project progress by leveraging spreadsheets and project management software and provides timely and regular updates to internal Zeta teammates
Tracks all items to completion by developing scalable systems for tracking project issues and progress
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (related field is preferred, such as construction management or project management)
At least 5-7+ years of work experience in construction management
Ability to oversee external development of new facilities to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to specified excellence and safety standards
Ability to oversee and manage all aspects of building renovations and major facility projects from start to finish
Experience negotiating and managing master service agreements with construction and maintenance vendors
Experience planning, budgeting, scheduling, monitoring progress, and proactively flagging and resolving issues
Ability to manage internal stakeholders and external vendors and construction personnel
Ability to maintain effective and efficient records of construction project progress by leveraging spreadsheets and project management software
Ability to track all items to completion by developing scalable systems for tracking project issues and progress
Willingness to wear multiple hats as a part of a lean startup team
Benefits
Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
Competitive compensation
Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it’s up to you!)
4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and free Headspace subscription
MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC’s finest sweet treats
Books for professional development
Clear pathway to professional growth
Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming
Company
Zeta Charter Schools
Zeta Schools builds and sustains high-performing schools that providing quality education to students.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Emily Kim
Founder & CEO
Samreen Khan
Chief Operating Officer, Network
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