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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.

Visual summary of pay, outlook, skills, interests, and preparation for Facilities Managers
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Median pay

$104,690
Median annual pay for Facilities Managers.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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10-year growth

3.8%
Projected employment growth from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Annual openings

13,200
Projected annual openings, including growth and replacement demand.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Employment

151,400
Estimated U.S. employment for Facilities Managers in 2024.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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Jobs added or lost

+5,700
Projected numeric employment change from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Entry preparation

Bachelor's degree
Typical additional preparation: Less than 5 years of related work experience.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024 profile
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O*NET occupation profile

What the work involves

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Essential skills

  1. 1Speaking
  2. 2Active Listening
  3. 3Critical Thinking
  4. 4Monitoring
  5. 5Reading Comprehension
  6. 6Writing

Knowledge areas

  1. 1Customer and Personal Service
  2. 2Administration and Management
  3. 3English Language
  4. 4Public Safety and Security
  5. 5Personnel and Human Resources
  6. 6Mechanical

Abilities

  1. 1Information Ordering
  2. 2Oral Comprehension
  3. 3Oral Expression
  4. 4Problem Sensitivity
  5. 5Written Comprehension
  6. 6Deductive Reasoning

Career interests

  1. 1Conventional
  2. 2Enterprising
  3. 3Realistic
  4. 4Social
  5. 5Investigative
  6. 6Artistic

Work styles

  1. 1Dependability
  2. 2Leadership Orientation
  3. 3Attention to Detail
  4. 4Cautiousness
  5. 5Initiative
  6. 6Integrity

Work activities

  1. 1Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  2. 2Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  3. 3Getting Information
  4. 4Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  5. 5Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  6. 6Thinking Creatively

Work context

  1. 1E-Mail
  2. 2Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
  3. 3Contact With Others
  4. 4Telephone Conversations
  5. 5Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
  6. 6Health and Safety of Other Workers

Representative tasks

  • 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.
  • Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Software and tools

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Sources

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