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Project Manager – Preschool Setup & Infrastructure Development

Project Manager – Preschool Setup & Infrastructure Development

ZafifyDelhi, India, India
27 days ago
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Job Title : Project Manager – Preschool Setup & Infrastructure Development

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Project Manager – Preschool Setup & Infrastructure Development to

lead the end-to-end setup of new preschool centers, with a focus on infrastructure planning, civil work execution, and

facility readiness. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, familiarity with early childhood

infrastructure needs, and the ability to coordinate between architects, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure

timely, high-quality project delivery.

Key Responsibilities :

1.Infrastructure Planning & Design

  • Develop preschool layouts that align with educational, safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Ensure designs reflect brand identity, age-appropriate learning environments, and efficient space utilization.

2. Civil Work Execution

  • Oversee civil construction, renovation, and interior finishing activities at new preschool sites.
  • Supervise on-site contractors, labor teams, and vendors to ensure timely and quality execution.
  • Ensure adherence to construction timelines, budgets, and material specifications.
  • 3. Vendor & Contractor Management

  • Identify, evaluate, and manage vendors for civil work, electricals, plumbing, carpentry, interiors, and play
  • equipment.

  • Negotiate contracts and ensure accountability for deliverables and timelines.
  • 4. Licensing & Compliance

  • Coordinate with local authorities and regulatory bodies to ensure building plans and site setups comply with
  • preschool licensing and child safety norms.

  • Ensure infrastructure meets fire safety, sanitation, accessibility, and environmental standards.
  • 5. Project Coordination

  • Create detailed project timelines, budgets, and checklists for each center setup.
  • Track progress, flag delays, and implement corrective actions when needed.
  • Provide regular reports to leadership on project status, budget utilization, and risk areas.
  • 6. Handover & Operational Readiness

  • Ensure the site is fully ready for operations, including furniture setup, utilities, safety installations, and signage.
  • Conduct final inspections and quality checks before handover to the operations team.
  • Qualifications :

    Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.

    5+ years of experience in infrastructure development, preferably in education, healthcare, or retail environments.

    Prior experience in setting up schools, preschools, daycares, or commercial facilities is highly preferred.

    Strong understanding of civil works, interiors, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), and project coordination.

    Knowledge of safety, licensing, and regulatory norms applicable to preschool environments.

    Excellent communication, vendor management, and multitasking skills.

    Willingness to travel to different project sites as needed.

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