Compensation: $140,000.00 - $165,000.00 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 ABM Employee Benefits Staff & Management
Position Summary:
ABM is seeking a Senior District Manager to lead and manage large-scale janitorial operations and facilities services across multiple client sites. This position will oversee both soft services (janitorial, sanitation, and front-of-house services) and hard services (maintenance, building systems, and infrastructure), ensuring exceptional service delivery, operational excellence, and client satisfaction.
This is a key leadership role responsible for driving team performance, optimizing service outcomes, and championing safety and innovation across the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy:
- Develop and execute a strategic plan that aligns with ABM's operational goals and client expectations.
- Lead, mentor, and motivate multi-disciplinary teams across janitorial, engineering, and maintenance functions.
- Champion a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and safety.
- Partner with HR and recruiting teams to attract and retain top talent within janitorial and technical teams.
Operational Oversight (Soft & Hard Services):
- Direct daily janitorial operations, ensuring cleanliness, sanitation, and hygiene standards are met across all client properties.
- Oversee hard services operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other core building systems.
- Manage and execute facility upgrades, capital improvement projects, and special initiatives.
- Ensure union compliance, resolve labor issues, and foster positive labor-management relations.
- Drive cost efficiencies through vendor management, resource planning, and process improvements.
Client and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring responsive communication and issue resolution.
- Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with client executives, internal departments, and key partners.
- Regularly meet with clients to review KPIs, quality performance, and satisfaction metrics.
Technology and Innovation:
- Leverage CMMS and data tools to track performance, schedule maintenance, and optimize labor and supply costs.
- Promote adoption of smart building technology, green cleaning solutions, and automation where appropriate.
- Remain current on emerging trends in facilities and janitorial innovation to keep ABM competitive.
Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure strict adherence to ABM's safety standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, local codes).
- Develop, communicate, and enforce emergency preparedness plans and risk mitigation procedures.
- Drive a safety-first culture by providing training, enforcing policy, and recognizing safe behaviors.
Who We're Looking For:
- Experience: 8+ years in a leadership role overseeing large-scale janitorial and facility operations, including direct oversight of both soft and hard FM services.
- Facilities Expertise: Deep knowledge of custodial programs, sanitation standards, and technical building systems.
- Leadership: Strong background managing union and non-union workforces, with experience handling performance management, coaching, and team development.
- Client-Centric: Proven ability to manage client expectations, foster partnerships, and deliver service excellence.
- Innovative Mindset: Able to identify opportunities for automation, sustainability, and operational efficiencies.
About Us
ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world's largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM's comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries - from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations. For more information, visit .
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