Project Manager

Chimes District of Columbia.

Fort Meade (MD)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 85,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

403(b) retirement plan

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Paid holidays

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Job summary

Chimes DC in Fort Meade, MD, is hiring a Project Manager to lead a government contract ensuring hospital-grade cleanliness, safety, and compliant operations. You will own the contract’s people, standards, budget, and customer relationships, leveraging extensive housekeeping leadership experience.

You will oversee operations, develop staffing plans, and drive safety and quality programs while coordinating with HR and supervisors.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of full-time management experience as Hospital Executive Housekeeper within the last 5 years, OR 3 years as a full-time Assistant Hospital Executive Housekeeper within the last 5 years.
Executive Housekeeper Certification through the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) and certified membership in the American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (ASHES) of the American Hospital Association (AHA), with annual continuing education.
Training in hospital housekeeping procedures approved by the National Executive Housekeeping Association.
Demonstrated knowledge of all phases of building service management, equipment, chemicals, and their application.
Knowledge of SDS, fire and safety, hazard communications, and bloodborne pathogens regulations.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day contract operations across all shifts, personally observing work to ensure standards are met.
Build task schedules, staffing schedules, and daily time records based on contract specifications.
Plan general maintenance and floor care services.
Inventory and order supplies with Contracts Administrator approval, and keep tools, equipment, and supplies clean and ready for use.
Maintain key control and complete quarterly key inventories.
Lead safety training and implement safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Hospital management

Executive Housekeeper certification

ASHES membership

IEHA certification

Safety training

CPR/First Aid

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Executive Housekeeper Certification (IEHA)

Job description

Chimes DC | Fort Meade, MD | Full-Time | $77,688/year

Schedule: Monday-Friday 12:00pm-8:30pm

Lead the team that keeps a federal facility at Fort Meade safe, clean, and running to the highest standard.

At Chimes, our contracts are more than service agreements. They're how we create meaningful careers for people with disabilities while delivering hospital-grade quality to the federal customers we serve. As Project Manager at Fort Meade, you'll own the full operation of a government contract: the people, the standards, the budget, and the relationship with the customer. If you're an experienced hospital executive housekeeper ready to bring that expertise to a mission-driven team, this is your role.

What you'll do

Run the operation

Oversee day-to-day contract operations across all shifts, personally observing work to make sure standards are met
Build task schedules, staffing schedules, and daily time records based on contract specifications
Plan general maintenance and floor care services
Inventory and order supplies with Contracts Administrator approval, and keep tools, equipment, and supplies clean and ready for use
Maintain key control and complete quarterly key inventories
Step in as supervisor when the backup system fails

Own quality and safety

Deliver hospital-grade service through a strong quality control program and hands‑on staff training
Set inspection procedures and guidelines for supervisors
Review and respond to inspection and deduction reports, analyze trends, and drive corrective action
Lead safety training and implement safety policies and procedures
Keep the SDS book and chemical list current
Ensure you and your team meet dress code, hygiene, building, and security requirements

Lead and develop people

Hire, train, evaluate, and supervise all staff
Train supervisors to contract and hospital housekeeping standards, and arrange vendor‑led training
Give ongoing feedback to make sure work is completed accurately
Complete evaluations and employee communications on time
Partner with HR, job coaches, and community agencies to support and retain employees with disabilities
Help plan and implement staff development programs

Be the trusted partner

Serve as the main point of contact for contracting officers, facility leaders, and government representatives
Attend meetings with government, facility, and customer representatives
Accept service requests and fulfill them with Contracts Administrator approval
Act on notes, reports, and requests from contracting office personnel
Keep payroll and supply costs within budget
Take on special projects and other duties as needed

What you bring

Minimum 2 years of full-time management experience as a Hospital Executive Housekeeper within the last 5 years, OR 3 years as a full-time Assistant Hospital Executive Housekeeper within the last 5 years
Executive Housekeeper Certification through the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) and certified membership in the American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (ASHES) of the American Hospital Association (AHA), with annual continuing education
Training in hospital housekeeping procedures approved by the National Executive Housekeeping Association
Demonstrated knowledge of all phases of building service management, equipment, chemicals, and their application
Knowledge of green cleaning principles and CIMS certification requirements
Knowledge of regulatory standards, hospital standards, and facility management
Knowledge of SDS, fire and safety, hazard communications, and bloodborne pathogens regulations
High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred
CPR/First Aid certification preferred (must pass and maintain on the job)
Valid driver's license from your state of residence, held for at least 3 years, with an acceptable driving record per our insurance carrier and Chimes DC policy
Must be at least 25 years old to drive a 15‑passenger van

Related experience or education may be substituted for the requirements above at the discretion of the Personnel Officer.

What makes you successful here

You stay calm and act fast in emergencies, keep safety top of mind, and hold high standards while treating people with respect. You're comfortable analyzing data and recommending fixes, managing multiple priorities with constant interruptions, and keeping reports and paperwork on time. You communicate clearly with frontline staff and government officials alike, work well independently and as part of a team, maintain confidentiality, and lead with integrity.

Good to know

Essential personnel: During facility emergencies, you may be required to remain on site or report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations.
Availability: You must be able to respond to the contracting officer within 1 hour during normal business hours and within 2 hours after hours.
Schedule: Flexible schedule required.
Physical demands: Standing and walking for long periods; using stairs; reaching overhead, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crawling; lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 50 lbs; working in dusty spaces or adverse weather; and seeing detail on floors, overhead, and surfaces.

Why You’ll Love Working Here