Senior Manager - Project FT (Commercial Grounds Maintenance) (35474)

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- Would you like to  help your community and environment every day that you come to work?

- Looking for a job that provides  meaning as well as personal and professional development?

Goodwill San Antonio is one of the largest and most dynamic social enterprises in San Antonio.

We are an entrepreneurial nonprofit that provides employees the opportunity to innovate, grow and discover new skills, while generating revenue that funds both employee and community programs.

We are a diverse and inclusive organization founded and focused on Fighting Poverty and Creating Opportunity. We specialize in facilitating personal and professional growth for our employees, particularly those who may have experienced barriers to successful employment in the past.

We strive to maximize the value of each employee’s work and each donor’s donation to benefit our community and environment. Without Goodwill in our community, millions of pounds of perfectly usable items would be harming the environment in landfills. Instead, Goodwill employees are fueling a robust economy by recirculating used goods.

Our Good Careers Academy and Good Careers Centers  Help Change Lives through the Power of Work as well by delivering education and meaningful job placement.

Explore careers with Goodwill in retail, production, warehouse, logistics, contact center customer service, career services, technology, document imaging, grounds maintenance, janitorial and facilities maintenance. Goodwill regularly partners with local, state and federal government agencies to provide additional diverse career opportunities.

We prefer to promote from within. Your growth and advancement is our priority.

Achieve your potential at Goodwill and beyond through our personal and professional skills development programs, supportive health and wellbeing benefits, competitive base and bonus pay, savings plans, personal financial education, store purchase discounts, paid time off, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and more .

Change Lives. Make a Difference.

Discover Purpose.  Apply today at  WorkforGoodSA.org .

Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Project Manager will manage the daily operations of all Grounds Maintenance Contracts (Lackland, Ft. Sam, SAMMC & Commercial Grounds). Direct the management of associated resources including revenues, expenses, equipment purchases and maintenance, personnel actions, and fiscal management and reporting. Support the organization in its mission to help change lives through the power of work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee the day to day operations of Grounds Maintenance and provide supervision, guidance, and oversight to Project Managers and their teams engaged in the performance of various contracts.

2. Set objectives and is accountable for overall results in respective area of responsibility. Keep Vice President of Contract Services informed of operational activities, contract specific issues and opportunities, and recommend actions.

3. Assist in negotiating new contacts and prepare contract modifications to existing contracts as necessary.

4. Prepare and/or evaluate new costing proposals on all statements of work received. Process complex contracting packages, determining manpower, costs, supplies, durations, time studies, and CAP X purchases.

5. Protect the Agency’s assets and resources by controlling costs and generating revenue.

6. Discuss status of work in progress, personnel and equipment requirements, projected work requirements, and overall condition of the contract with Project Managers on a daily basis.

7. Coordinate with federal, state, and community agencies on contract requirements.

8. Respond to inquiries from government personnel and management and negotiate problem resolution regarding contracting specifications and performance.

9. Provide guidance and oversight during processes involving: hiring, terminations, transfers, performance and job coaching, and other services as deemed appropriate.

10. Conduct performance appraisals and handle performance related issues.

11. Provide growth and development opportunities for team members.

12. Establish and oversee training programs to support new team members, including safety objectives and proficiency training on new equipment or job tasks.

13. Prepare and deliver timely performance appraisals for direct reports; coordinate with Human Resources to administer rewards and recognition, promotions, transfers, disciplinary actions, or terminations in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

14. Conduct team member meetings and inform team of all policies, procedures and organization news. Accept feedback from team members and offer recommendations.

15. Maintain harmonious working relations between team members. Ensure team member complaints are promptly addressed, and follow through to resolution. Monitor contracts for negative trends in performance outcomes and take appropriate corrective actions.

16. Encourage adherence to all federal, state, and agency safety requirements.

17. Provide excellent customer service by greeting, assisting, and responding to questions and/or concerns in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.

18.  To accommodate business needs and management objectives other duties may be assigned by a management member

REQUIREMENTS

- Supervise more than two Team Members. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential performance requirement satisfactorily.  The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Associate’s degree strongly preferred

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. Any formal education related to grounds maintenance, landscaping management, etc.

- Minimum: 3+ years of job related experience.  Supervisory/management experience.

- Preferred: 5+ years of job related experience. Management and business management experience. Turf and tree maintenance, landscaping, and irrigation operation experience. Experience with Government contracts helpful.

- OR equivalent combination of education, experience and/or military training.

- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.

- For positions that require driving, must maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage, and be able to travel as needed if you drive your vehicle during company business.

To learn more about Goodwill San Antonio and to view current open positions,
please visit  www.goodwillsa.org OR  www.WorkForGoodSA.org

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled