Facilities Manager

A facilities manager is the ultimate organizer, making sure that an organization has the most suitable working environment for its employees and their activities

You will generally work a 40-hour week, but longer hours may be required on occasion to meet project deadlines or to cover emergencies. Some facilities management roles require shift work in order to cover 24-hour operations.

You will need interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills; procurement and negotiation skills; the ability to multi-task and prioritize your workload; time management skills; project management skills; research skills and the ability to draw information from various sources, including people;
clear and concise writing skills and the ability to handle long and complex documents; teamwork skills and the ability to lead and motivate others; IT skills; managers will need a practical,flexible and innovative approach to work. You will also need a qualification in facilities management and management experience and subjects like business studies or surveying.

With experience you may be able to progress to senior or regional manager roles.