• Site Activation Coordinator

    ABM Industries (Los Angeles, CA)


    Overview

     

    The Site Activation Coordinator will assume ownership of new site activation and "fit up" projects. This position will lead operational and administrative activities from the initial planning stages through to a successful launch, while maintaining effective cost-control measures. This position will oversee project timelines, recruiting, safety, productivity, and quality of operations to ensure a seamless transition from a new build to an operational facility.

    Essential functions, duties & responsibilities:

    + Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including project teams, clients, and vendors, to ensure alignment during site activation. · Identify critical path items and lead the team to implement process changes in a positive and effective manner to meet project deadlines.

    + Promote a strong safety culture and safe work environment throughout the activation and fit-up process.

    + Effectively recruit, manage, and lead a team of professional employees and supervisors to prepare a site for operation. · Motivate and develop the team while supporting the organizational changes required for a new site launch.

    + Plan, develop, and assign work schedules to ensure service delivery expectations are achieved during the activation period.

    + Perform quality control inspections to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded during the fit-up phase.

    + Adapt project plans and priorities to address operational challenges and unexpected delays.

    + Perform time studies to optimize operational tasks, schedules, and staff allocation for a new site.

    + Drive performance management by setting clear job expectations, coaching and directing staff, and using disciplinary action when necessary.

    + **Education:**

    + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

    Experience:

    + 3 to 5+ years of experience in a similar environment, including 2+ years of supervisory experience.

    Other:

    + Ability to adjust work schedule as needed to support the operation.

    + Solid business acumen and basic accounting principles.

    + Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and regulations.

    + Ability to grow strong relationships across all levels of the organization.

    + Ability to work through ambiguity and maintain composure in a variety of situations.

    + Passion for excellence backed by a track record of accountability, collaboration, and integrity.

    + Ability to effectively lead a staff of direct reports.

    + Exceptional verbal and written communication, interpersonal, consultative, and negotiation skills.

    + Proficiency with Google Suite.

    + Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment balancing multiple projects and embracing change.

    + Ability to resolve issues under tight timeframes and pressure.

    + Ability to prioritize assignments and projects and to multi-task within restricted time constraints.

    + Excellent written and verbal communication, team building, and planning skills.

    + Excellent time management and organizational skills, detail orientation with solid analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.

    + Strong interpersonal skills; ability to develop productive business relationships; and ability to influence and educate key internal clients.

    **Pay:** $ $90,000 - $110,000 DOE

     

    The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

    Benefit Information:

    ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Staff & Management (https://wpe-media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/ABM\_2025\_Employee\_Benefits\_Staff\_&\_Management\_No%20Date%209.5.24.pdf)

    REQNUMBER: 126724

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