State Contracts Project Manager

What You'll Do

• Leadership and Team Development
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate staff to build high-performing, motivated teams
  • Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and teamwork
  • Provide ongoing coaching, training, and performance feedback
• Operations and Contract Management
  • Oversee custodial and grounds services including mowing, landscaping, and facility maintenance
  • Manage schedules, staffing plans, and service delivery to meet contract expectations
  • Monitor budgets, control costs, and track expenditures
• Client and Community Engagement
  • Build strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, and community partners
  • Lead weekly client meetings to ensure satisfaction and address needs proactively
  • Support recruitment efforts through local partnerships
• Compliance and Quality Assurance
  • Ensure adherence to OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations
  • Maintain high standards of safety, service quality, and operational efficiency
  • Step in to perform operational tasks when needed to ensure coverage

What You Bring

• Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • 3+ years managing custodial/grounds operations (including budgeting and scheduling)
  • 3+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience considered
• Certifications and Requirements
  • Valid Driver's License (travel required across the region)
  • Ability to pass required background checks, including:
    • General background screening
    • OIG/CMMS exclusions check
    • Driving record (MVR)
    • Federal security clearance processes
    • NM Department of Health fingerprinting

Skills That Set You Apart

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Skilled in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and critical thinking
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement

Why Join Tresco?

• Make a meaningful impact in communities across Eastern New Mexico
• Lead dynamic teams and develop future leaders
• Work in a mission-driven organization that values professionalism, safety, and growth
• Opportunity to shape operations and build lasting partnerships

What Success Looks Like

You're proactive, not reactive. You communicate clearly, lead confidently, and ensure every contract runs smoothly. Your teams respect you, your clients trust you, and your region thrives under your leadership.