Account Manager

Dexterra; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry impact

Safety culture

Team growth

Job summary

Dexterra is seeking an Account Manager in San Diego, CA to lead a dedicated team and oversee onsite custodial services. You will drive revenue growth, manage budgets, ensure safety, and build strong client relationships while delivering exceptional service across government and commercial accounts.

The role requires 2+ years of management experience in facility services, proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, and a commitment to safety and QA.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of management experience in facility services or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and related software.
• Experience recruiting, training, retaining and managing employee performance.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients at all levels.
• Familiar with health, safety and environmental management systems.
• A clear criminal record check is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead revenue growth and ensure profitability for assigned accounts
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service delivery
• Provide strategic and operational leadership across a portfolio of commercial janitorial contracts within government and public sector environments.
• Manage, mentor, and inspire on-site teams to achieve performance goals
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive account growth
• Conduct regular site visits and quality audits to ensure adherence to service and compliance standards.
• Oversee resource planning, scheduling, and workforce optimization
• Recruit, onboard, and train team members to support operational success
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality assurance protocols
• Drive client satisfaction and long-term account retention

Skills

Team leadership

Client relations

Communication

Budget control

Safety compliance

People management

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Hand-held devices

Job description

• Compensation: USD 75000 - USD 80000 - yearly

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Groupis a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities.

That’s something we’re truly proud of,Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

WHAT’S THE JOB?

As an Account Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team and oversee onsite custodial services. You’ll be the face of Dexterra, responsible for delivering exceptional service, managing budgets, ensuring safety, and driving operational excellence. Building strong client relationships and inspiring diverse teams across the country, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of facilities management—while advancing your career into a leadership position that makes a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead revenue growth and ensure profitability for assigned accounts
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service delivery
• Provide strategic and operational leadership across a portfolio of commercial janitorial contracts within government and public sector environments.
• Manage, mentor, and inspire on-site teams to achieve performance goals
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive account growth
• Conduct regular site visits and quality audits to ensure adherence to service and compliance standards.
• Oversee resource planning, scheduling, and workforce optimization
• Recruit, onboard, and train team members to support operational success
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality assurance protocols
• Drive client satisfaction and long-term account retention

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Minimum of 2 years of management experience and directing a team in facility services or related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and other software applications
• Ability to effectively use hand-held computer technology
• Proven experience in recruiting, training, retaining and managing employee performance, including progressive discipline
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients at all levels
• Ability to maintain excellent relations with People – employees, client and customers
• Familiar with health, safety and environmental management systems
• A clear criminal record check is required for this role.

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
• Award winningsafetyculture.
• Supportiveteamenvironment with room to grow together.

Dexterra Groupis an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.

Note, we are not accepting candidates from recruitment agencies.