Assistant Project Manager

CW Resources, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision

Telemedicine

Retirement Plan & Match Options

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Sick & Personal Time

Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical

Illness & Voluntary Life

Job summary

CW Resources, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support daily janitorial operations, supervise a custodial team, and uphold high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service.

You will participate in planning schedules, train staff, manage supplies, coordinate after-hours and weekend coverage, and respond to emergencies while maintaining compliance with safety policies and confidentiality requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of supervisory or Team Lead experience.
• Minimum 3–4 years of commercial janitorial or facilities maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety standards, and equipment handling.
• Knowledge of janitorial safety standards and procedures, including OSHA standards and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Valid RealID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a custodial team while ensuring high-quality work, a safe environment, and adherence to standards.
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff on cleaning procedures and safety.
• Assist with planning and assigning daily work schedules and coverage.
• Participate in daily custodial operations, inspections, and safety checks.
• Maintain custodial supplies and equipment, inventory and ordering.
• Respond to emergency cleaning situations including after-hours calls and biohazard events.
• Enforce company policies, safety regulations, and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Customer service

Driver's license

RealID

Base access eligibility

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

CW is seeking a janitorial Assistant Project Manager who thrives in a hands‑on environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards. This role supports daily operations, fosters a positive team culture, and helps ensure our facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a custodial team while ensuring high‑quality work, a safe environment, and consistent adherence to company standards.
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff on cleaning procedures, safety practices, and proper equipment use.
• Assist with planning and assigning daily work schedules, monitor attendance, and ensure adequate coverage for regular, after‑hours, and weekend shifts.
• Participate in daily custodial operations, including cleaning, inspections, and safety checks, to maintain consistent quality across all areas.
• Maintain and manage custodial supplies and equipment by overseeing stocking, ordering, routine upkeep, and inventory tracking to ensure all materials are available for daily operations.
• Respond to emergency cleaning situations including after‑hours calls, biohazard events, and flood‑related incidents while ensuring a prompt and safe resolution.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, safety regulations, and confidentiality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of supervisory or Team Lead experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of commercial janitorial or facilities maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety standards, and equipment handling.
• Knowledge of janitorial safety standards and procedures, including OSHA standards and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Valid RealID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Bonus Skills

• Experience keeping supply inventory, ordering materials, or completing checklists.
• Strong communication skills for guiding and supporting team members.
• Ability to handle customer concerns calmly and professionally.
• Good problem‑solving skills and sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Willingness to step in and help wherever needed.

Benefits

• Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Telemedicine.
• Retirement Plan & Match Options.
• Disability Plans.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Holidays & Vacation.
• Sick & Personal Time.
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness & Voluntary Life.

Physical & Environmental Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching throughout your shift to clean and maintain different areas.
• Repetitive motions such as mopping, sweeping, wiping, and scrubbing surfaces.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull cleaning equipment and supplies weighing up to 25-30 pounds regularly.
• Navigating stairs, ramps, or uneven flooring safely while carrying tools or supplies.
• Work is primarily indoors in commercial buildings with varying temperature and lighting conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and solvents—training is provided to ensure safe handling, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is always required.
• Possible exposure to dust, dirt, allergens, and other typical indoor environmental factors.
• May encounter biohazardous materials or bodily fluids (especially in healthcare or public restrooms) with proper safety protocols and PPE in place.
• Working in confined or awkward spaces such as under sinks, behind furniture, or inside equipment areas may be required.
• Noise from vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and other cleaning machinery may be present; hearing protection provided when necessary.
• Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.