Project Manager (Facilities Maintenance/Base Operations)

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corp.; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

TRICARE Supplemental

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Leave

Wellness Seminars

Job summary

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC) is seeking a Project Manager to lead facilities maintenance and Base Operations Support for a federal contract at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, CA. You will oversee the full contract life cycle, ensure safety, compliance, and performance, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical facilities services.

The role requires strong DoD contracting knowledge, budget and personnel leadership, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience managing multi-functional facilities maintenance operations, preferably for federal/military contracts.
• Experience managing full contract life cycle including startup, transition, execution, and closeout.
• Proven leadership of large, multidisciplinary teams including supervisors, subcontractors, and administrative staff.
• Experience with P&L, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and revenue performance.
• Knowledge of DoD and federal contracting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide cradle-to-grave oversight of the contract and ensure all work meets PWS requirements and performance standards.
• Promote quality, safety culture, and compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Set performance goals, priorities, and deadlines aligned with customer requirements.
• Conduct program status reviews, business development activities, and customer meetings.
• Oversee contract modifications, negotiations, and other contractual actions.
• Maintain accountability for contract P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Develop assessments to evaluate performance and drive efficiencies.
• Coordinate with union representatives and administer the Collective Bargaining Agreement as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

P&L management

DoD regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Maximo

MS Office

Job description

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description—it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we serve. Every milestone we achieve helps fund programs, expand services, and create lasting value for the Tribe, making each success a shared one.

For more than 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries have delivered mission-critical services to federal clients globally. From logistics and information technology to cybersecurity and facilities operations, we are united by a single purpose: to generate meaningful economic opportunity and sustainable growth for the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska.

Together We Grow – One Mission, One Team – With a Commitment to Serve

Job Title: Project Manager – Facilities Maintenance / Base Operations Support

Work Location: Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, CA

Pay Rate: $150,000 – $175,000

US Pay Range

$140,000 — $180,000 USD

About the Role

The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive leadership and oversight of the contract throughout its full life cycle, with overall responsibility for the successful execution and management of the facilities maintenance services contract.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide cradle-to-grave oversight, direction, and management of the contract, ensuring all work performed under the Performance Work Statement (PWS) meets contractual requirements and performance standards.
• Ensure contract performance complies with company policies, government regulations, applicable statutes, and contractual requirements while promoting quality, innovation, and a strong safety culture.
• Establish performance goals, priorities, and deadlines that align with company objectives, customer requirements, mission, and vision.
• Conduct program status reviews, internal staff meetings, customer meetings, business development activities, and other required business functions.
• Provide oversight of contract modifications, negotiations, and other contractual actions.
• Maintain full accountability for the contract’s Profit and Loss (P&L), including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, revenue tracking, and overall financial performance.
• Develop and implement program assessment processes to evaluate performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive operational efficiencies.
• Oversee financial activities and profitability, implementing effective cost and loss-control measures to maximize productivity and contract performance.
• Work closely with collective bargaining representatives and union members, including supporting the negotiation and administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Partner with supervisors and technical personnel to understand customer requirements and ensure projects and work activities are properly initiated, executed, and completed.
• Provide leadership and supervision of personnel responsible for supporting contract operations and achieving performance objectives.
• Oversee daily operations, ensure timely completion of tasks, and maintain accountability for overall contract performance.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable regulations.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience managing multi-functional facilities maintenance operations supporting federal or military installations, preferably under a Base Operations Support (BOS) contract.
• Proven experience managing the full contract life cycle, including contract startup, transition, execution, performance management, modifications, and closeout.
• Demonstrated experience leading large, multidisciplinary workforces, including supervisors, technical personnel, subcontractors, and administrative staff.
• Proven responsibility for contract financial management, including P&L, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, labor management, and revenue performance.
• Strong knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) and federal regulations, government contracting principles, and contract compliance requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, business management, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with computerized maintenance management or work order systems, such as Maximo, preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational communication skills.
• Ability to satisfactorily obtain and maintain a government security clearance, if required by the contract.
• Ability to obtain and maintain authorization to access the applicable government worksite.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license and a safe driving record in accordance with company policy, with the ability to operate company vehicles or equipment as required.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer or desk.
• Frequent use of hands for typing, data entry, and handling documents and paperwork.
• Ability to work on-call, alternate, extended, weekend, and holiday shifts as necessary to meet mission and contract requirements.

Why Us?

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), our work goes beyond delivering exceptional services—we are driven by a mission to create meaningful impact. When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values purpose, performance, and people.

We offer the opportunity to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments where your contributions directly impact mission success. Our teams are built on collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring you are supported while being challenged to grow.

Join us and be part of a team where your work matters.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• TRICARE Supplemental
• Critical Illness insurance
• Company-Paid Life and Short-Term Disability insurance
• Optional Long-Term Disability
• Paid Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Seminars

For union represented positions, benefits and leave are provided in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and 5-panel drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you have a disability or medical condition and require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please notify the designated recruiter so we can provide appropriate assistance.