Career Overview
Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.
Also Known As
- Facilities Director
- Facilities Maintenance Manager
- Facilities Manager
- Facilities Operations Manager (Facilities Ops Manager)
Alternate Job Titles
- Building Maintenance Superintendent
- Building Manager
- Building Services Supervisor
- Conference Center Manager
- Facilities Coordinator
- Facilities Director
- Facilities Electrical Engineer
- Facilities Engineer
- Facilities Maintenance Manager
- Facilities Manager
- Facilities Operations Director (Facilities Ops Director)
- Facilities Operations Manager (Facilities Ops Manager)
- Facilities Operations Specialist (Facilities Ops Specialist)
- Facilities Project Manager
- Facilities Specialist
What You'll Do
In this role, your typical responsibilities include:
- Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.
- Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
- Oversee construction and renovation projects to improve efficiency and to ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government regulations.
- Plan, administer, and control budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.
- Participate in architectural and engineering planning and design, including space and installation management.
- Set goals and deadlines for the department.
- Conduct classes to teach procedures to staff.
Emerging Responsibilities
As this field evolves, you may also:
- Plan, create, and manage budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.
- Review and approve payroll for employees.
Knowledge You'll Use
You'll need solid knowledge in these areas:
- Customer and Personal Service
- Administration and Management
- English Language
Essential Skills
Success in this career requires strong skills in:
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring
- Social Perceptiveness
- Coordination
Key Abilities
This career requires key abilities in:
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Problem Sensitivity
- Information Ordering
- Written Expression
- Speech Recognition
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Near Vision
Work Style
People who excel in this career typically demonstrate:
- Dependability
- Leadership Orientation
- Cautiousness
- Attention to Detail
- Initiative
Education & Preparation
Typical Education: Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)
Related Work Experience Needed: Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
On-the-Job Training: Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Education Details: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Experience Required: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Technology You'll Use
Popular Technologies & Software
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Google Docs
- Google Workspace software
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
Tools & Equipment
- 10-key calculators
- Desktop computers
- Laptop computers
- Laser facsimile machines
- Mobile phones
- Multi-line telephone systems
- Notebook computers
- Personal computers
- Photocopying equipment
- Scanners
- Tablet computers
Work Environment
- Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Contact With Others
- Telephone Conversations
- Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
Salary & Job Market
| Salary Percentile | Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level (10th percentile) | $62,550 |
| Median | $104,690 |
| Top Earners (90th percentile) | $173,080 |
Workers Employed Nationally: 141,090
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Occupational data sourced from the O*NET OnLine database, developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Wage data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2024.