Facility Manager

The Facility Manager is responsible for overseeing all custodial, janitorial, and housekeeping operations, as well as supporting engineering-related maintenance services for HVAC systems at the Mount Vernon Campus. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing janitorial teams in a higher education or similarly complex campus environment, with strong leadership, organizational, and customer service skills. 

About the Campus: 

George Washington University’s Mount Vernon Campus—affectionately known as “The Vern”—is a scenic 25-acre satellite campus located in the Foxhall neighborhood of Northwest D.C., just three miles from GW’s Foggy Bottom location. The campus includes 16 buildings that house residence halls, academic spaces, a library, dining venues, and both classroom and laboratory facilities. 

Compensation: $ 100,000 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

Benefits | Staff & Management

Team Management & Leadership 

• Supervise and support a team of janitorial, custodial, and housekeeping staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management 

• Coordinate with maintenance technicians on minor HVAC preventative and corrective work 

• Foster a positive, accountable team environment focused on high standards of cleanliness and professionalism 

Scheduling & Coordination 

• Develop and maintain cleaning schedules for all campus buildings 

• Ensure staffing levels are adequate to meet operational needs, including for special events, move-in/move-out periods, and emergency response 

• Coordinate with third-party vendors as needed 

Customer Service & Communication 

• Serve as the primary interface with campus stakeholders regarding facility cleanliness and maintenance issues 

• Respond promptly and professionally to service requests and inquiries from faculty, staff, and students 

• Participate in regular meetings with GW Facilities and Operations leadership 

Compliance & Safety 

• Ensure all work practices comply with OSHA, EPA, and university safety standards 

• Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy campus environment 

• Ensure use of appropriate cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with regulations 

Documentation & Reporting 

• Maintain accurate records related to work orders, inspections, staffing schedules, and supply inventories 

• Prepare monthly reports on team performance, completed work, and outstanding issues 

• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting for custodial and housekeeping needs 

• 5+ years of facility management experience, with a focus on custodial/janitorial operations 

• Prior experience managing a team of hourly employees 

• Strong knowledge of cleaning standards, supplies, and custodial best practices 

• Familiarity with basic building systems, especially HVAC (engineering support team will handle complex systems) 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills 

• Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) is a plus 

• Ability to work on-site and respond to urgent situations as needed 

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.   ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges a