Project Manager - Meridian AFB

TRDI; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TRDI in Meridian, MS is seeking a detail-oriented Operations Manager to lead day-to-day contract activities under the AbilityOne program. You will coordinate government communications, enforce safety and quality programs, and manage budgets and schedules for multiple sites.

The role requires OSHA 30, strong leadership, and proven ability to navigate regulatory requirements. Expect a demanding environment with occasional travel and a focus on process improvements and compliance.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 hour General Industry certification or ability to acquire within 30 days of employment.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively delegate and develop team members.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Make decisions and solve problems while under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of operations.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure contractual requirements are met.
• Ensure TRDI employees, subcontractors, and vendors comply with all regulations.
• Serve as main contact with Government for contract matters, within authority.
• Maintain Quality Control and Safety Program per contract and regulations.
• Manage contract budget and streamline processes for efficiency.
• Schedule personnel, approve time cards, and manage inventories of supplies and equipment.
• Guide employee performance and implement process improvements.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations and payroll-related tasks.
• Provide safety training and ensure proper use of equipment and PPE.
• Analyze AbilityOne Ratio and manage direct vs non-disabled hours.
• Facilitate AbilityOne interview process and coordinate medical documentation.
• Complete required reports, inspections, and logs.
• Prepare estimates for changes to contract scope.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Operations.
• Maintain OPSEC, security clearances, and Drug Free Workplace compliance.
• Maintain GFP control and site safety programs under EM 385-1-1 and OSHA guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to Safety and Health requirements and APP.

Skills

OSHA 30 Hour

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Delegation

Confidentiality

Decision making

Detail-oriented

Business acumen

Employment laws

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree in Management or related field

Tools

Automated Janitorial System

Automated Payroll System

AbilityOne Program knowledge

Job description

Job Details Description Pay Rate: TBD Schedule: TBD Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends, evenings and holidays as needed. Benefits include: Medical, Vision, Dental, Health & Welfare, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.

Essential Functions

• Manages the day to day operations effectively and efficiently to ensure the work is performed in accordance with the contract.
• Responsible and will ensure TRDI employees, subcontractors, and vendors comply with all contractual requirements and all government regulations.
• Is point of contact with the Government and shall have the authority to act or make decisions for the organization on all matters pertaining to the contract; except for amending or modifying material aspects (i.e. price, scope of work, etc.).
• Manage and maintain Quality Control and Safety Program in accordance with contract requirements and Federal, State, and Local regulations.
• Accountable for managing and maintaining a contract budget and reviewing processes for efficiency.
• Responsible for scheduling of personnel, reviewing and approving time cards, inventory management of supplies, equipment, and vehicles.
• Sets and guides employee expectations, reviews and counsels, and establish and implement process improvement plans, and ensures adherence of the company policies and procedures.
• Execute Employee Performance Evaluations through the payroll system within appropriate time frames.
• Ensures standard work practices are followed for safety and provides training for operating equipment and vehicles, use of supplies, and the requirements of the performance work statement.
• Responsible for analyzing and maintaining the contract AbilityOne Ratio requirements through the proper work scheduling of direct disabled employee hours vs non-disabled employee hours.
• Responsible for completion of Limitation & Accommodation Quarterly Reports for each AbilityOne employee.
• Serve as facilitator for the AbilityOne interview process and obtain medical documentation in coordination with the AbilityOne department.
• Execute reports, inspections and logs as required by the contract.
• Provide field information and specifications to prepare estimates for new work added or deleted to the contract.
• Other tasks as may be directed by the Director of Operations.
• Pass and maintain any required security clearance requirement and comply with Drug Free Workplace policy.
• Maintain Operations Security (OPSEC) standard operations procedure.
• Maintain Property Control Plan for management of Government Furnished Property (GFP).
• Maintain a safety and health program that complies with EM 385-1-1 and applicable OSHA, DOD, Armed Forces Branch(s), Federal, state, and local safety, environmental and health requirements.
• Maintain a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in accordance with Appendix A, EM 385-1-1.

Qualifications And Requirements

• OSHA 30 hour General Industry course or ability to acquire certification within 30 days of employment
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively delegate and develop team members
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong business acumen
• Basic knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and procedures

Education, Skills And Experience

• High school education or GED
• 5 years relevant work and leadership experience in a multi-location environment
• Government service contract experience is preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in Management or related field
• Experience in working with Community Agencies and/or individuals with disabilities
• CEH Certified Executive Housekeeper or CESE Certified
• IJCSA Master Certification (Janitorial)
• Strong knowledge of automated Janitorial and Maintenance System
• Strong knowledge of automated Payroll System
• Experience in working with individuals with disabilities and some knowledge of the AbilityOne Program

Work Environment

• The physical demands of this position require prolonged standing, walking, use of hands and fingers, reaching with arms, climbing and balancing.
• Ability to regularly lift 25-50 pounds and on occasion up to 100 pounds.
• The work environment of this position may require the employee to work in extreme temperatures: wet, hot, cold or humid conditions (indoor and outdoor); near moving mechanical parts; in high precarious places; areas where fumes or airborne particles are present; with or around toxic or caustic chemicals; in areas where the risk of electrical shock is present; around explosives; areas where the risk of radiation is present and work which exposes the employee to vibration.
• The visual demands of this position require: clear vision of less than 20 inches to greater than 20 feet; ability to identify and distinguish colors; peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Exposure to noise levels ranging from very quiet to very loud.

TRDI hires many individuals with and without disabilities, especially those that are transitioning out of the Armed Services:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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