About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented In-House Janitorial Manager to oversee custodial operations in a large commercial building. This role is responsible for ensuring a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment for tenants, employees, and visitors. The Janitorial Manager will directly supervise janitorial staff, coordinate daily cleaning schedules, manage supplies and equipment, and ensure compliance with building health and safety standards.

The Specifics of the Role

• Hire, train, and manage janitorial staff, including shift scheduling and task assignments.
• Provide coaching and performance evaluations to maintain service quality.
• Ensure adequate staffing coverage for daily operations, events, and emergencies.
• Develop and oversee cleaning programs tailored to the building’s needs (offices, restrooms, common areas, etc.).
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety, and compliance with standards.
• Respond promptly to tenant or management service requests.
• Maintain supplies of cleaning products, paper goods, and janitorial equipment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs for equipment.
• Track usage to manage costs and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and building safety protocols.
• Oversee training on safe chemical handling and equipment use.
• Support emergency response and sanitation procedures as required.
• Assist with budget planning for janitorial supplies, staffing, and equipment.
• Maintain records of inspections, incidents, and work orders.
• Recommend process improvements for efficiency and cost savings.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in janitorial services management, custodial supervision, or facility operations (commercial environment preferred).
• Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree a plus.
• Experience managing janitorial operations in high-traffic or multi-tenant facilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of commercial cleaning practices, equipment, and safety standards.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, tenants, and management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and work order systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Certifications in custodial management, green cleaning, or OSHA safety preferred.

Some Things You Should Know

• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2024 Best Places to Work – Crain’s Chicago Business, St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2024 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2024 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2024 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 5).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.