Whether working for a school district, hospital or chain of restaurants, Facilities Managers are tasked with ensuring that an organizations buildings are well maintained and safe for employees and visitors. Facilities Managers are competent in many disciplines, from fire safety to negotiating contracts, and often are called on to use their expertise to make strategic recommendations on how operations can be improved. Facilities Managers typically direct and supervise the activities of staff and contractors.
Demand for Facilities Managers by both private and public organizations is projected to increase 12 percent through 2022 creating nearly 8,000 openings annually according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average salary for Facilities Managers is about $75,000 a year, according to the BLS and other online sources.