Project Manager (Commercial Cleaning Services)

Company Overview

Headquartered in the East Coast, Advantage Cleaning has been around since 2010, founded by Omar Miller, aiming to impact the lives of communities, through robust engineering of cleaning systems that aim to meet the needs of our clients. We specialize in Commercial Cleaning, construction, retail, hospitality and many more. As we continue to expand and grow nationwide, we are looking to hire experienced, talented, and driven talent to join our fast-growing Team!

OBJECTIVE:

A Project Manager with a proven track record of effectively managing cleaning operations and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Seeking to leverage expertise in project management, team leadership, and facility maintenance to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.

REPORTS TO: CEO and COO

SUPERVISES: N/A

Company Expectations of Employee:

• Adheres to Advantage Cleaning LLC policy and procedures.
• Proactively completes tasks as required by workload or directed by management.
• Contributes to team efforts by achieving required results efficiently.
• Continues professional and technical skill development through workshops, publications, networking, and participation in professional societies.
• Upholds the company's reputation by acting as a role model both internally and externally.
• Compliance with the company's dress code policy.
• Ensures strict adherence to HIPAA and OSHA regulations in all operational aspects.

Essential Duties:

• Understand the strategy, vision and expansion model of the organization including a basic understanding of Advantage Cleaning’s business; be aware of and help to enforce organizational policies and best practices procedures.
• Consistently support the general direction, initiatives, and specific final decisions of the Management Team in all aspects of the business; use influence sensitively to garner cooperation of management and co-workers.
• Complete reports daily.
• Handle new business and ensure proper proposals are prepared and presented.
• Ensure full understanding of business including various aspects of flooring, carpeting, cement, construction, carpentry, and ceiling fixtures.
• Ensure that proper measures are taken for interior and exterior cleaning of all facilities.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishes and maintains exceptional client relationships and rapport.
• Responsible for financial budget, labor planning and cost controls.
• Cultivates a strong safety culture to provide a safe work environment.
• Effectively leads and provides direct supervision to the onsite team across multiple shifts.
• Plans, organizes, and communicates daily operational priorities and client requests.
• Sets employee expectations, provides training and feedback, and routinely inspects the facility.
• Collaborating and coordinating with shift leads to ensure execution of services.
• Manages supply, chemical and equipment usage which includes proper training.
• Uses data to proactively seek out operational improvements to optimize the operation.
• Gathers and maintains required administrative tasks for daily, weekly, or monthly reporting.
• Drives performance management in the areas of, but not limited to (hiring, expectation setting, performance reviews, terminations, and uses disciplinary action when necessary).
• Looks for opportunities to increase revenue by providing additional or periodic services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Leads a team of janitorial staff members in providing cleaning and maintenance services for commercial and construction properties.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to quality standards.
• Conduct regular inspections to evaluate cleanliness levels and identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with clients to understand their specific cleaning requirements and address any concerns or requests.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels and efficient utilization.
• Trained new employees on cleaning procedures, safety protocols, and customer service standards.
• Implemented cost-saving measures, such as optimizing staffing levels and negotiating vendor contracts, resulting in a percentage reduction in operational expenses.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships with assigned account(s).
• Identify areas of opportunity and lead the team to implement process changes in a positive and effective manner.
• Promote a strong safety culture and safe work environment.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Requirement:

• Experience in facility services or building management.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and regulations.
• Supervisory experience.
• Able to maintain a positive and engaged team.
• Precision and accuracy in the performance of all duties.
• Direct, articulate, and succinct communication style, both verbal and written.
• Mastery of organizational skills, including management of multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-discipline to always conduct oneself with the utmost professionalism, integrity, reliability, and accountability.
• Flexibility with work hours and workdays is highly preferred.

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years of management experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Skills in:

• Project Management
• New Business development
• Team Leadership
• Cleaning and Sanitization
• Facility Maintenance
• Inventory Management
• Customer Service
• Budgeting and Cost Control
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Good verbal and written communication, interpersonal, consultative, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment balancing multiple projects and embracing change.
• Ability to resolve issues under tight timeframes and pressure.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and projects and to multi-task within restricted time constraints.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, detail orientation with solid analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, and use hands for equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. May have to stand for long periods of time. May have to lift 35 to 50 pounds.

Evaluation:

The evaluation of work performance will be ongoing and will be carried out by your supervisor. It will include the specific duties and responsibilities of this position description plus employee attitude and general working behavior. Formal evaluation will normally be performed annually but may be initiated at another time by your supervisor.

Travel: As needed for required assignments, training and conferences.

Hours: 40 (+) weekly

Status:

This is an FLSA exempt position.

This is an OSHA position.

This is an ADA negotiable position.

Advantage Cleaning LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Why are you a fit to train potential employees for the janitorial profession

Experience:

• Janitorial: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10019: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person