Facilities Manager Hiring Guide | LinkedIn Talent Solutions

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Facilities managers are responsible for maintaining buildings and ensuring that their physical infrastructure meets safety and health standards. They plan, prepare, and facilitate installations and closely inspect properties for possible repair needs. Facilities managers also oversee and manage staff who regularly take care of buildings, whether they’re technicians or janitors. It’s crucial that facilities managers keep careful track of relevant financial transactions, and actively seek other cost-efficient ways to manage their assigned properties.

You might hire a facilities manager to:

Ensure that a building adheres to safety protocol
Keep outdoor and indoor property clean
Delegate daily tasks to staff to maintain upkeep of a building

Lead inspections, repairs, and renovations
Track and control a facility management budget

Required skills and qualifications	Preferred skills and qualifications
Ability to operate various machinery, like HVAC or groundskeeping equipment	Strong understanding of technical engineering
Management experience	Ability to make quick and effective decisions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills	Problem-solving skills for emergency situations
Knowledge of building and zoning regulations	Customer and client service skills
Familiarity with accounting	Collaborative skills