FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER

Compass Group•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors. SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected]. Job SummaryThe Project Manager will provide management support thru interim management at client sites providing a high level of customer service, and program implementation. They will be proficient in the SSC facilities management program in order to apply leadership during various assignments and startups throughout the country. This position requires 85% travel

Requirements

Preferred Bachelor’s Degree
1-3 years of experience in either custodial, maintenance, or grounds
Excellent verbal and written skills
Proven track record defining and implementing change strategies
Consistent track record addressing priorities within a single project with a positive, can-do demeanor
Able to manage multiple projects at a time with sharp organizational skills
Must be authorized to drive a company vehicle, motor vehicle record check required
Maintain a safe driving record, obey all applicable traffic laws, and drive in accordance with weather/road conditions.

Responsibilities

Implement standard programs for custodial, grounds, and plant operations maintenance, following established guidelines
Takes the initiative in installing programs required to manage the unit they are assigned
Training of account personnel in proper cleaning techniques, grounds and maintenance procedures, and all safety procedures
Operations, implementation, and development of QA programs, CMMS, monthly reports, and QBR
Works with clients and client staff to provide project status reports and to ensure customer needs are met
Develops and maintains a schedule and budget for the assigned projects as needed. Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget
Provides reports on the status of project milestones and adjusts schedules accordingly
Performs other duties as assigned