The Office of Capital Programs works in support of Guardrail 1: Every school will be a safe, welcoming and healthy place where our students, staff and community want to be and learn each day. Working under the direction of Ahmed Sultan who was highlighted in January, the Capital Management Team includes Jesse Jones, the Contracts Manager, Leigh Clark, the Operations Manager, Joe Calabretta, the Finance Manager, Nicole Ward, the Design Manager, and Damon Gonzaga the Interim Construction Manager.

The team is tasked with identifying and supporting investments in the learning environments of our Philadelphia students. These managers are responsible for the management of the capital budget, educational planning, architectural and engineering design, construction and oversight of all new construction, major renovations, additions, improving existing facility sites, boiler, roof and window replacements, and converting existing facilities to accommodate current and forward thinking educational programs.

Top Row (left to right): Jesse Jones, Ahmed Sultan, Leigh Clark, and Joe Calabretta
Bottom Row (left to right): Nicole Ward and Damon Gonzaga