Job Description

• A Facility Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, operation, and management of buildings, facilities, and infrastructure within an organization
• Their primary goal is to ensure that the facilities are well-maintained, safe, and efficient in supporting the organization's operations
• Here are some key responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the role of a Facility Manager:Maintenance and Repairs: Ensuring that buildings and facilities are properly maintained and in good working condition
• This involves developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs, scheduling repairs, and coordinating with maintenance staff or external vendors
• Facility Operations: Managing day-to-day operations of facilities, including security, cleaning, waste management, and utilities
• This may involve overseeing service contracts, managing service providers, and monitoring performance to ensure compliance with service level agreements
• Space Management: Optimizing the use of space within facilities, including allocation, layout, and configuration
• This involves assessing space requirements, planning office layouts, coordinating office moves or relocations, and ensuring efficient utilization of space
• Health and Safety: Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and standards within facilities
• This includes conducting safety inspections, implementing safety procedures, training staff on safety protocols, and maintaining emergency preparedness plans
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Developing and managing the facility budget, including expense forecasting, cost control, and expenditure tracking
• This involves identifying cost-saving opportunities, negotiating contracts, and optimizing facility-related expenses
• Vendor Management: Selecting, contracting, and managing vendors and service providers for facility-related services, such as maintenance, cleaning, security, or landscaping
• This includes monitoring vendor performance, resolving issues, and maintaining good working relationships

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