Operation Manager Janitioral Company
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Company: Confidential – Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning Services (Mid-Atlantic Expansion)Company Overview (Confidential)We are a rapidly growing, privately held janitorial and industrial cleaning company with established operations across multiple markets and a strong foundation in government and commercial contracting.The company operates as part of a broader service group that includes security and facility support services, allowing for integrated solutions across residential, commercial, and institutional clients.Current operations include:Government facilities (including DMV contracts)Industrial and manufacturing sitesResidential and multi-family propertiesSpecial projects and event-based servicesThe company is positioned for aggressive expansion into new states, federal contracting opportunities, and large-scale commercial accounts, including airports and institutional facilities.Position SummaryWe are seeking a strategic, operations-driven CEO to lead the next phase of growth. This individual will be responsible for scaling the janitorial division into a multi-state, highly structured, and profitable operation.The CEO will oversee all aspects of the business including operations, staffing, compliance, contract performance, and financial execution—while building the internal systems required to support rapid growth.This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands how to build and scale service-based operations from the ground up.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational LeadershipOversee daily janitorial and industrial cleaning operations across all active contractsImplement standardized processes for quality control, inspections, and reportingImprove efficiency across labor, scheduling, and supply managementGrowth & ExpansionLead expansion into new geographic markets (multi-state growth strategy)Support pursuit and execution of government and large commercial contractsDevelop scalable systems to support high-volume contract onboardingFinancial PerformanceManage P&L across all janitorial operationsControl labor costs, supply expenses, and contract profitabilityIdentify cost-saving opportunities and operational improvementsTeam DevelopmentBuild and manage a leadership team (supervisors, site managers, regional leads)Establish training programs and performance standardsDrive accountability and culture across all job sitesCompliance & Contract ExecutionEnsure full compliance with state and federal regulationsMaintain contract performance standards across all accountsOversee onboarding, credentialing, and workforce complianceIdeal Candidate ProfileExperience7–15+ years in janitorial, facilities management, or industrial cleaningProven experience scaling operations across multiple locationsBackground in government contracting or large commercial accounts preferredLeadershipStrong operational leader with hands-on execution mindsetExperience building teams and managing field-based workforceAbility to create structure in fast-growing environmentsBusiness AcumenDeep understanding of labor-driven service modelsExperience managing budgets, margins, and cost controlsGrowth-oriented with ability to execute expansion strategiesPreferred BackgroundsFacility services companiesJanitorial contractorsAirport or large-scale commercial cleaning operationsGovernment subcontracting environmentsWhy This OpportunityPositioned for rapid multi-state expansionOpportunity to lead a company transitioning into larger federal and institutional contractsBacked by an ownership group actively investing in growthAbility to build and shape operational infrastructure from the ground upConfidentiality NoticeThis is a confidential search. Company details, ownership structure, and active contracts will be disclosed at a later stage in the process.If you want to sharpen this even further, I can:Add a compensation structure (salary + performance bonus + profit share)Or tailor a more aggressive version aimed at high-level operators from bigger firmsOr create a headhunter outreach message that pairs with thisAbility to build and shape operational infrastructure from the ground upConfidentiality NoticeThis is a confidential search. Company details, ownership structure, and active contracts will be disclosed at a later stage in the process.