Project Manager

Job Summary:

Administers all aspects of the custodian contract at assigned site.   Position requires strong interpersonal skills and compassion and respect for persons with disabilities.

Essential Functions:

• Complies with all Agency policies and procedures and follows contract specifications
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with government facility staff
• Accepts service requests and with CA approval provides service based on agreement
• Oversees day to day operation of assigned contract
• Personally observes work performed during all shifts on a regular basis
• Meets with supervisory staff regularly to facilitate process improvement
• Establishes job task schedules per contract specifications
• Reviews and responds to inspection/deduction reports
• Assures a high level of quality in performance of all work
• Resolves quality issues through a quality control program and staff training
• Establishes inspection procedures and guidelines for supervisors
• Conducts safety training and implementing of safety procedures and policies
• Keeps SDS book current and chemical list updated
• Hires, evaluates, and supervises all staff members
• Trains supervisors to perform to contract specifications
• Establishes training through vendors
• Schedules general maintenance and floor care services
• Prepares schedules and maintains daily time records for staff
• Maintains payroll and supply costs within budget.
• Inventories and orders supplies and uniforms with approval of the CA
• Receives and acts on reports and requests from contracting office personnel
• Presents ideas and recommendations to Contracts Administrator based on contract needs
• Analyzes, reviews, and suggests solutions to operational challenges
• Available within one hour during normal working hours and within two hours after hours to respond to contracting officer
• Attends meetings with government, facility, and customer representatives
• Observes, manages, and provides feedback to all staff to ensure accurate job completion
• Ensures compliance with dress code and personal hygiene standards for self and staff
• Complies with and ensures staff compliance with all building and security requirements
• Acts as supervisor, if back-up system fails
• Works cooperatively with HR to sustain employment for individuals with disabilities
• Ensures timely, accurate completion of time studies (if applicable), evaluations, and employee communications
• Works with outside agency staff and job coaches to aid Chimes employees
• Passes and complies with CPR/First Aid training and OSHA training

Secondary Functions:

• Serves as a liaison with community agencies and job coaches to aid Chimes employees
• Assists in the planning and implementation of staff development programs
• Assumes other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed

*Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice

Physical Abilities Needed to Meet Work Demands:

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, stoop, and crawl
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions
• Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces

Job Competencies Needed for Success on the Job:                      

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and with safety always in mind
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and government staff
• Ability to supervise and develop others
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems
• Ability to plan, implement, organize, and prioritize
• Ability to be flexible and dedicated to quality and customer service
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Ability to react immediately to emergency situations
• Ability to analyze data and recommend corrective action
• Ability to read, write, and speak (communicate and relate information) English
• Ability to use technology for completion of specified job duties
• Ability to manipulate numbers
• Ability to maintain and submit reports, logs, and other paperwork in a timely manner
• Ability to understand and apply technical written material
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and e