Property Project Manager

Role Overview

The Regional Project Manageris responsible fordelivering capital projects andsupportingthe fullfacilities lifecycle across a portfolio intheUSCaRegion(United States and Canada, East Coast), including planning, design, construction, commissioning, and facilities management oversight. 

This role ensures all school infrastructure is safe,compliantand aligned with educational and operational needs, while delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

This position plays a critical role in shaping long-term asset strategy, ensuring high-quality environments through strong planning, design, and construction execution, whilemaintainingoperational excellence across all facilities.

Reporting Line

Internal:

• Regional Managing Director (RMD)

• Regional Head of Property(Direct Report)

• Key Internal Relationships:

• School Principals

• SchoolFacilities team

Key External Relationships:

• Advisors and consultants

• Construction contractors and maintenance providers

• Vendors andSuppliers

• Regulatory authorities 

• Landlords, tenants, and other partners.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Project Management & Construction Delivery

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of capital projects, includingfeasibility, planning,design development, tendering, contractorselection, permitting, construction supervision, handover, and operational readiness.

• Develop and manage a regional pipeline of construction andremodellingprojects, ensuring alignment with strategic and educationalobjectives.

• Oversee budgeting, cost control, and capex planning, ensuring projects are delivered within approved financial frameworks.

• Coordinate building permits, regulatory approvals, and compliance requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

• Monitor construction progress, quality, and risks, ensuringtimelydelivery and adherence to design specifications.

Stakeholder,Contractor, and Regional Coordination

• Manage relationships with landlords,tenants,consultants, contractors, and authorities, ensuring clear communication andtimelyissue resolution.

• Ensure contractorscomply withsite safety procedures, security protocols, and operational standards.

• Influence and collaborate with school leadership teams to align infrastructure with educational delivery needs.

• Coordinate across multiplejurisdictionsin theUSandCanada, adapting to different regulatory, cultural, and operational environments.

Strategic Planning & Reporting

• Support schools in the development and submission of capital expenditure requests.

• Contribute to capacity planning,trackingand reporting changes in student capacity.

• Develop regional project management standards, guidelines, and governance frameworks.

• Prepare regular reports, KPIs, and performance updates on project delivery,design,construction progress,facilities performance,and budget management.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure all construction, operational, and building permitsremainup to date.

• Maintain compliance with local legislation and ISP policies.

• Ensure confidentiality of allprojects, financial, and operational information.

• Ensure compliance across multiplejurisdictionsinUS, andCanada), including building codes, environmental, and safety regulations.

• Enforce strict compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies to ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.

Facilities Lifecycle Management 

• Overseethe full facilities lifecycle, including: 

• Strategic planning and master planning

• Design and technical coordination

• Construction and commissioning

• Facilities operations, maintenance, and lifecycle optimization

• Support the development of standardizedPreventive Maintenance Plans

• Ensure assets are safe, compliant, efficient, and sustainable throughout their lifecycle 

• Drive continuous improvement in asset performance and lifecycle cost efficiency

Qualifications

• Degree inConstruction Management,Civil Engineering, orMEPEngineering (mechanical,electrical,plumbing),IndustrialEngineer,or similarbackground.

• Project Management certification (preferred).

• Proficiencyin AutoCAD,BIMor similar design tools(preferred)..

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Ability to travel across the region

Key Skills

• Strong project and construction management capabilities, including planning, execution, and delivery.

• Solid financial and budget management skills, including capex control and cost optimization.

• Ability to drive change and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong problem-solving skills in complex construction and operational environments.

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and influence decision-making.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Experience 

• Proven experience infacilities lifecycle management, including planning, design, construction, and facilities operations.

• Experience managing capex and operational budgets.

• Experience managing external contractors and suppliers.

• Experience managing multi-site or regional portfolios preferred.

• Experience working across North America (USandCanada) or in international environments is highly desirable.

Mindset & Approach

• High levelof integrity and professionalism.

• Proactive, solution-oriented, and service-driven mindset.

• Strong ownership and self-motivation.

• Willingness to continuously learn and develop.

• Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally.

Travel: Role will require travel 1 week out of month throughout the year, mainly to South Florida.

Pay Range: We anticipate the salary range to be $120,000-$150,000 USD. An individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors which include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions.

Benefits: We offer a benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

E-Verify Participation: ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.