Janitorial Project Manager

ABM industries; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking a Janitorial Project Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at assigned facilities in New York. You will manage frontline staff, coach teams, and ensure service levels align with contract terms while maintaining strong client relationships and a safety-focused culture.

The role requires 2–3 years of project/operations management with supervisory experience, budget awareness, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Required: 2-3 years of experience in facility, operations, or project management with at least 1–2 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong customer service, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid business acumen including budget oversight and cost control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other job-related technologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and respond to urgent client needs, including occasional evening/weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support frontline employees and supervisors; foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and teamwork.
• Coach and mentor staff to drive performance, professional growth, and compliance with ABM and client policies.
• Recommend staffing levels, assist in hiring and onboarding, and conduct evaluations in partnership with HR.
• Act as the primary contact for clients; build and maintain strong, professional relationships with property management teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure services meet or exceed contract terms, address client feedback, and resolve complaints promptly.
• Promote additional services and identify growth opportunities to increase billable work.
• Oversee daily operations of facility services, including janitorial, parking, and maintenance as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with all ABM processes, safety standards, and quality programs.
• Conduct time studies, site inspections, and implement continuous improvement strategies to optimize performance.
• Coordinate special projects and support implementation of new processes and technologies.
• Prepare, review, and submit operational and financial reports, budgets, payroll records, and cost analysis.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives and support vendor/contractor management.
• Develop and deliver employee training programs focused on safety, operations, and customer service.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Administer disciplinary actions in accordance with company guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Budget oversight

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Position Summary: The Janitorial Project Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations at assigned facilities (campus, warehouse, office building or airport), ensuring service excellence, staff development, operational efficiency, and strong client relationships. This role serves as the primary liaison between ABM and client partners, delivering high-quality services in alignment with contract requirements while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Compensation: $70k-$75k annual salary (US Dollars)

The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program

Benefits: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Staff & Management

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support frontline employees and supervisors; foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and teamwork.
• Coach and mentor staff to drive performance, professional growth, and compliance with ABM and client policies.
• Recommend staffing levels, assist in hiring and onboarding, and conduct evaluations in partnership with HR.
• Act as the primary contact for clients; build and maintain strong, professional relationships with property management teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure services meet or exceed contract terms, address client feedback, and resolve complaints promptly.
• Promote additional services and identify growth opportunities to increase billable work.
• Oversee daily operations of facility services, including janitorial, parking, and maintenance as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with all ABM processes, safety standards, and quality programs.
• Conduct time studies, site inspections, and implement continuous improvement strategies to optimize performance.
• Coordinate special projects and support implementation of new processes and technologies.
• Prepare, review, and submit operational and financial reports, budgets, payroll records, and cost analysis.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives and support vendor/contractor management.
• Develop and deliver employee training programs focused on safety, operations, and customer service.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Administer disciplinary actions in accordance with company guidelines.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• 2-3 years of experience in facility, operations, or project management with at least 1–2 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong customer service, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid business acumen including budget oversight and cost control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other job-related technologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and respond to urgent client needs, including occasional evening/weekend hours.

Preferred

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in union environments.
• Familiarity with different systems required.