SECURING FACILITIES MANAGER’S JOB

Everybody likes well managed properties- whether it is residential or commercial. Facilities management is an area that takes care of the building maintenance requirements.

Responsibilities of Facilities Manager

Facilities managers can either work in public or private organisations. Their responsibilities include:

• Managing makeover, office dislocation and repair• Taking care of regular maintenance• Making sure that building meets legal requirements

and safety norms• Providing suggestions on energy efficiency• Managing support services• Negotiating with suppliers and contractors

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Some useful information for your next career step

Requirements to Enter This Field

Degree in Facilities Management or related

subject preferred+

Experience

Skills:Excellent Customer service

Technical know-howNegotiation skills

Multi-tasking capacity

Facilities Manager Entry Level Position

StatisticsStatistics

FUTURE PROSPECT

Facilities management sector is relatively new. 122% employment growth was expected between 2004 and 2014. However, economic downturn has slowed down the growth rates.

Now, industry is stable and is showing growth from 2011.

SHORTAGE OF SKILLSHigh demand exists for skills such as:

• Technical • Practical • IT • Energy management • Knowledge of health and safety• Communication • Customer relationship management

SALARY LEVEL

Assistant Facilities ManagerFacilities Manager

Director£ 20,000+

£ 26,000 to £ 50,000

£ 50,000 +

For more details refer to: http://www.prsjobs.com/facilities/careers-within-facilities-management