Facilities Management Job Roles

At PRS Americas we’re facilities management recruitment specialists that work closely with organizations to find the talent they need. We have strategic, bespoke solutions for any of your staffing problems. Facilities director jobs are vital across the built environment, they’re responsible for the effective operational management of areas such as offices, industrial buildings, malls, hospitals and schools.

Facility management careers aim to create a safe, productive, and comfortable environment for anyone within the facility they’re working in.

Facilities management is a broad field which works in line with ever-evolving innovation and consumer needs. Facilities management encompasses a wide range of roles, such as:

• Maintenance and repairs: This ensures the upkeep of HVAC systems, electrics, plumbing, elevators, and overall building structure.  
• Space planning and allocation: Optimizing layout to maximize efficiency. 
• Environmental sustainability: Looking for ways of incorporating eco-friendly practices. 
• Utilities management: Ensuring the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of utilities such as water, electricity and gas. 
• Budgeting and financial management: Managing the budget for facility-related expenses such as maintenance, repairs, and operational costs. 
• Occupant satisfaction: Addressing any concerns those who use the facility may have. 
• Compliance and regulation: Complying with relevant laws, regulations, and codes that relate to safety, environmental standards, and accessibility. 
• Health and hygiene: Keeping areas clean and clear of obstructions that could cause avoidable accidents. 

Facilities management is multidisciplinary and works best when there is collaboration between departments. Those that work within the facilities management sector will have a vast range of skills and a hard work ethic. Effective facilities management will contribute to the success of an organization. This is by providing a functional and conductive environment that can support core business functions.

For more information on facilities management careers or about what we can offer as PRS Americas check out our Facilities Management blogs, we recommend:

Facilities management: Where are we now, and what does the future hold?

The increasing importance of facility maintenance within the data center sector

Joe Biden’s planned US building boom imperiled by labor shortage