Regional Infrastructure Manager

Location:

Lisbon, PT

Date: 17 Mar 2026

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 126 premium private schools in 28 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are recruiting a Regional Infrastructure Manager to join the Regional Operations Team and lead infrastructure planning and capital project delivery across a portfolio of premium international schools in Europe.

The role reports to the Regional Operations Director and works in close collaboration with the Regional CEO and School Heads, supporting the development and execution of campus infrastructure projects across the region.

This is a high-responsibility project management role suited to a civil engineer with strong experience in construction or infrastructure development who wants to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple countries.

The role combines infrastructure planning, construction project management, regulatory coordination and facilities development, supporting the growth and continuous improvement of our campuses.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Infrastructure Planning
Develop multi-year campus infrastructure roadmaps
Identify facility upgrades and expansions
Support project prioritisation with Regional CEO and School Heads
Contribute to annual regional capex planning and budgeting

Capex Project Delivery
Lead execution of regional capex projects
Define scope, technical requirements and budgets
Coordinate architects, engineers and contractors
Monitor timelines, costs and quality
Coordinate works with school leadership

Regulatory & Technical Compliance
Prepare and submit architectural, security and technical documentation to DGEST, ANEPC and municipal authorities
Ensure compliance with regulations and safety requirements
Manage SCIE approvals and MAP documentation updates

Facilities Technical Oversight
Support preventive maintenance standards
Provide technical oversight of complex infrastructure issues
Validate maintenance works and infrastructure upgrades

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering

Background education from Nova or IST is considered a plus.

Experience

5–10 years of professional experience

Background in construction project management, engineering consultancy, real estate development or infrastructure development

Experience managing multiple concurrent building projects

Key Skills

Construction project management

Budget estimation and cost control

Contractor and supplier management

Coordination with architects and engineering consultants

Structured planning and project tracking

Languages

Fluent English required

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com