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ABM Industries · 2 hours ago

Project Manager, Education

ABM Industries is responsible for providing grounds and landscape services, and they are seeking a Project Manager of Grounds Services. This role involves planning, coordinating, and overseeing grounds operations to ensure environments are safe and visually appealing while managing internal teams and client relationships.

Facilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementJanitorial Service
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Responsibilities

Manage day‑to‑day grounds and landscape operations across assigned sites, including maintenance, seasonal services, and special projects
Develop project plans that define staffing levels, schedules, scopes of work, and resource allocation
Supervise grounds supervisors, crew leads, and landscaping staff, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback
Conduct regular site inspections to ensure turf, landscaping, hardscapes, irrigation systems, and exterior areas meet quality and safety standards
Coordinate seasonal programs such as mowing, fertilization, pruning, mulching, irrigation, snow removal, and storm response as applicable
Manage vendor relationships and service contracts for landscaping, tree care, irrigation, and snow or ice management
Oversee project budgets, labor costs, equipment usage, and material expenditures to meet financial goals
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies
Address client requests, service issues, and escalation items in a timely and professional manner
Prepare operational reports, performance metrics, and project updates for leadership and clients

Qualification

Grounds management experienceLeadership capabilitiesLandscape maintenance knowledgeBudget oversightScheduling systems proficiencyCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Previous experience managing grounds, landscaping, or exterior maintenance operations
Strong leadership and team‑management capabilities
Knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, equipment, irrigation systems, and seasonal programs
Ability to manage multiple sites or projects simultaneously
Experience with scheduling, workforce management, and budget oversight
Strong communication, organizational, and customer‑service skills
Proficiency with scheduling systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office
Flexibility to work non‑standard hours as required by seasonal or weather‑related needs

Benefits

401(k)
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Company

ABM Industries

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ABM Industries is a facility management company that offers airport shuttles, wheelchair assistance, and janitorial services to businesses.

H1B Sponsorship

ABM Industries has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (5)
2024 (4)
2023 (2)
2022 (3)
2021 (4)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.2B
2025-02-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.2B
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Scott Salmirs
President and CEO
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Rene Jacobsen
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
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