Facilities Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.
Common Job Titles
- Facilities Director
- Facilities Maintenance Manager
- Facilities Manager
- Facilities Operations Manager (Facilities Ops Manager)
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeEvaluate facility operations and compliance with safety, security, and regulatory standards across multi-building organizational campuses, balancing budgetary constraints with operational needs.Proficient
- KnowledgeAssess building infrastructure, mechanical systems, and equipment conditions during routine inspections and emergency situations to determine maintenance priorities.Proficient
- MindsetIntegrate customer service principles with operational efficiency goals when responding to stakeholder requests and resolving facility-related conflicts.Proficient
- MindsetAdvocate for organizational safety protocols and regulatory compliance leading interdisciplinary teams and communicating with external stakeholders.Proficient
- KnowledgeJustify budget allocations and financial resource management decisions preparing documentation and presenting recommendations to senior leadership.Proficient
- KnowledgeDevelop strategic objectives and operational plans for facility management integrating building systems, personnel resources, and organizational priorities.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze facility performance data and resource utilization metrics using computerized maintenance management systems and enterprise software.Developing
- KnowledgeApply administration and management principles to coordinate facility operations scheduling work activities, allocating personnel, and managing vendor relationships.Developing
- MindsetEngage with internal and external stakeholders to address facility needs demonstrating social perceptiveness and service orientation.Developing
- KnowledgeDesign facility improvement projects and technical specifications using CAD software and construction knowledge to optimize building functionality.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Facilities Managers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
141,090
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $62,550. 25th percentile: U.S. $80,150. 50th percentile: U.S. $104,690. 75th percentile: U.S. $135,650. 90th percentile: U.S. $173,080. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $62,550 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $173,080 |
| Workers on average earn | $114,520 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Customer and Personal Service4.4/5
- Administration and Management4.2/5
- English Language3.8/5
- Public Safety and Security3.5/5
- Personnel and Human Resources3.4/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Google Docs
- Google Workspace software
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle PeopleSoft
- Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
- SAP software
- Teradata Database
- Yardi software
Technology Skills
- ADP Enterprise HR
- ADP Workforce Now
- Adobe PageMaker
- Blackbaud The Raiser's Edge
- Delphi Technology
- Email software
- FileMaker Pro
- Fund accounting software
Tools & Equipment
- 10-key calculators
- Desktop computers
- Laptop computers
- Laser facsimile machines
- Mobile phones
- Multi-line telephone systems
- Notebook computers
- Personal computers