Area Manager - Janitorial Services-39822 in Indianapolis, Indiana at Harvard Shared Services

Area Manager - Janitorial Services-39822

US-IN-Indianapolis

Job ID: 2026-39822
# of Openings: 1
Category: Operations Management
Harvard Companies

Overview

Are you ready to be part of something Extraordinary? Look no further than Harvard is the largest family-owned provider of premier commercial janitorial and professional security services in the United States. We believe in the power of our people. Here, every team member is valued, empowered, and trained to contribute their best. We foster an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters.

A day in the life:

The primary focus of an Area Manager will be to service the existing business, both operationally and financially, while maintaining relationships with existing customers and developing new business where possible. This person will oversee janitorial operations across multiple buildings, ensuring exceptional service quality and client satisfaction. This leadership role involves managing site supervisors, coordinating staffing and training, conducting inspections, and implementing operational improvements.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do as an Exceptional Area Manager - Janitorial Services:

• Lead and supervise cleaning teams, including cleaners and floor techs
• Ensure compliance with company policies and quality standards
• Train staff on cleaning techniques and safety protocols
• Manage inventory, supplies, and equipment
• Handle emergency responses and resolve operational issues
• Support customer retention and develop new business opportunities
• Estimate workloads and coordinate bids for new sites
• Travel within assigned territory to oversee operations and quality control

Qualifications

What do you need to be an Extraordinary Area Manager - Janitorial Services:

• Minimum of two (2) years’ industry experience highly preferred
• Ability to demonstrate expertise in the field’s concepts, practices and procedures
• Must have working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Planning: Ability to perform short- and long-range planning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent project and program management skills
• Must be flexible with hours and schedules
• Technical knowledge of all aspects of janitorial service delivery
• Ability to multi-task in a high pressure, fast paced environment