Assistant Project Manager-Janitorial

Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission. Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities, and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work. 

Why This Role Matters  

The Assistant Project Manager plays a critical role in supporting environmental operations and custodial services at the Norfolk Navy Shipyard and affiliated facilities. This position ensures contract compliance, operational efficiency, employee safety, and strong communication between Didlake Corporate, site leadership, and the Contracting Officer. In the absence of the Project Manager, this role serves as the primary liaison to maintain seamless operations. 

What You Will Do  

• Support day-to-day environmental and custodial operations for assigned federal contracts. 

• Assist in planning, directing, and coordinating environmental management activities to meet contract goals, timelines, and budgets. 

• Ensure compliance with all environmental management and contractual requirements. 

• Serve as liaison with the Contracting Officer and Didlake Corporate Office, including acting in the Project Manager’s absence. 

• Prepare and submit required reports, summaries, and operational data. 

• Support environmental management efficiency, quality control indicators, and performance metrics. 

• Monitor and enforce health, safety, and environmental management standards. 

• Provide leadership to supervisors and staff by promoting teamwork, accountability, and quality performance. 

• Oversee staff performance, conduct job observations, and provide feedback. 

• Participate in interviewing and selecting job applicants. 

• Manage chemical, material, and compound purchasing, usage, and inventory with a focus on environmentally preferable products. 

• Coordinate with Rehabilitation Department staff to ensure individual program plans are implemented. 

• Support safety committee activities and ensure compliance with federal and company safety standards. 

• Spend the majority of time onsite overseeing supervisors, team leaders, and custodial staff. 

• Transport staff, supplies, and equipment to worksites as needed. 

• Complete all required Didlake training and ensure policy compliance. 

• Perform other duties as assigned per the Statement of Work. 

What You Bring  

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and manage employees with disabilities. 

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, federally regulated environment. 

• Commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and ethical conduct. 

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. 

Education & Experience 

• Associate’s degree, technical certificate, or equivalent experience. 

• Two (2) years of experience managing custodial staff on a commercial custodial contract. 

Skills & Abilities 

• Knowledge of federal contracts, budgets, safety, and health regulations. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to read and interpret work plans, operating instructions, and procedural manuals. 

• Ability to analyze data, identify problems, and draw sound conclusions. 

• Have a valid driver's license and be insurable under Didlake's automobile policy. Requirements include but are not limited to a minimum of 3 years of licensed driving and being at least 25 years old. 

• Must be a U.S. citizen. 

• Ability to obtain and maintain required credentials and background checks. 
• Access to the work site for this position requires a valid Real ID.
• Why Join Didlake 

• Mission-driven organization committed to inclusion, Human Rights, and meaningful employment. 

• Opportunity to make a real impact on federal operations and community employment programs. 

• Collaborative and supportive leadership environment. 

Benefits  

• Health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. 

• A 401(k)-retirement plan with company match. 

• Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program. 

• Paid time off . 

• Paid sick leave accruing from date of hire. 

• Paid holidays.