Facilities Manager
Facilities managers oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems and services.
Day-to-day Tasks
In this role you could:
- be in charge of refurbishment, renovations and office moves
- make sure the building is maintained and meets health and safety standards
- advise on energy efficiency
- manage cleaning, waste disposal, catering, parking and security
- manage budgets and accounts
- negotiate with contractors and suppliers
- manage office systems like IT and equipment
Skills and knowledge
You'll need:
- customer service skills
- business management skills
- administration skills
- to be thorough and pay attention to detail
- knowledge of economics and accounting
- patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
- the ability to work well with others
- to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Industry Qualifications
You could get into facilities management with a foundation degree or degree in almost an subjects. Particularly relevant subjects include: facilities management, building services management.