Assistant Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily custodial operations across assigned school buildings or campus facilities
• Ensure all cleaning services are completed according to established schedules, scope of work, and quality standards
• Conduct routine inspections to verify cleanliness, safety, and compliance with client expectations
• Respond promptly to service requests, emergencies, and client concerns
• Cookordinate special projects such as floor care, deep cleaning, and seasonal work
• Direct, coach, and support frontline custodial staff
• Aid with hiring, onboarding, and training of team members
• Maintain staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage
• Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment
• Serve as a primary point of contact for school administrators and client representatives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders
• Address and resolve client concerns in a professional and timely manner
• Participate in regular client meetings and provide service updates

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in custodial, facilities, or service-related industry
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends if required
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar systems)
• Preferred: Experience in an educational or large campus environment, knowledge of custodial equipment, floor care, and cleaning chemicals, bilingual (Spanish/English), experience with safety programs and compliance standards

About the role

The Assistant Project Manager oversees day-to-day custodial and facility support operations within an educational environment. This role ensures service delivery meets ABM standards, client expectations, and safety requirements while driving team performance, quality outcomes, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40–50 pounds; capability to perform and demonstrate custodial tasks as needed; exposure to cleaning chemicals and varying environmental conditions; requires interaction with students, teachers, and staff in a professional manner.

Skills

Leadership & accountability, Customer focus, Attention to detail, Problem-solving, Time management & organization, Success Measures (achievement of quality inspection scores, client satisfaction and retention, employee engagement and retention, safety compliance and incident reduction).

Benefits

Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you’ll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you’re looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM. ABM directs all applicants to apply at www.abm.com/careers . ABM does not accept unsolicited resumes or submissions outside of this portal. Applicants should submit their application by clicking Apply Now. For more information, visit www.abm.com.