What it pays
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Half of all Facilities Managers in the U.S. earn more than $106,660 a year — the middle 80% land between $64,480 and $176,120. About 156,180 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Facilities Managers”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Managers earn about ₹50,473 a month on average — around ₹6.1 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$106,660typical pay / year
156,180people in this work
$176,120+top 10% earn
₹6.1 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Protecting3
Oversee security and access control
+Compile an incident and access-log review for the month showing who used secure doors after hours, flag…
Oversee security and access control
+Compile an incident and access-log review for the month showing who used secure doors after hours, flag recurring badge failures, propose two immediate fixes for door hardware or procedures, and send the report to Marcus in property management and to security by Tuesday morning.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookESCOjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Acquire, distribute and store supplies.
+Create a quarterly supplies inventory and reorder plan that lists current stock of cleaning chemicals,…
Acquire, distribute and store supplies.
+Create a quarterly supplies inventory and reorder plan that lists current stock of cleaning chemicals, lightbulbs, filters and spare keys, sets reorder points to avoid stockouts, and circulate the procurement list to Maintenance and Finance by Wednesday so orders can be placed before month-end.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Develop and implement maintenance schedules
+Build a six-month preventive maintenance calendar for HVAC, boilers, elevators and common-area lighting…
Develop and implement maintenance schedules
+Build a six-month preventive maintenance calendar for HVAC, boilers, elevators and common-area lighting showing task description, frequency, responsible technician, and required shut-down windows, then present it to Facilities and the vendor team at Monday’s coordination meeting.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Coordinate1
Plan space and workplace arrangements
+Draft a new floor plan proposal that reallocates the vacant third-floor storage into two small private…
Plan space and workplace arrangements
+Draft a new floor plan proposal that reallocates the vacant third-floor storage into two small private workspaces and a common hotdesk area, include measurements, estimated move costs, and a timeline, then share the PDF with Leah in leasing and the superintendent team next Friday.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADAdobe Acrobatjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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The daily work16
Set goals and deadlines for the department.
+Set department goals for maintenance, cleaning, and tenant response times for the next quarter, assign leads…
Set goals and deadlines for the department.
+Set department goals for maintenance, cleaning, and tenant response times for the next quarter, assign leads for each goal, set weekly check-ins on Mondays, and put firm completion dates so I can report to Maria in operations by June 30.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookO*NET
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Conduct classes to teach procedures to staff.
+Prepare and run three training classes on room inspection, emergency lockup, and complaint handling for night…
Conduct classes to teach procedures to staff.
+Prepare and run three training classes on room inspection, emergency lockup, and complaint handling for night and day staff, draft the lesson plans, schedule sessions on two consecutive Tuesdays, and email attendance and test results to Carlos in HR within 48 hours.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookO*NET
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Dispose of, or oversee the disposal of, surplus or unclaimed property.
+Catalogue surplus and unclaimed items in the basement storage, photograph each item, list condition and…
Dispose of, or oversee the disposal of, surplus or unclaimed property.
+Catalogue surplus and unclaimed items in the basement storage, photograph each item, list condition and estimated disposal method, publish the list to tenants for a 21-day claim period, then arrange donation or junk removal and file the disposal receipts with Finance by July 10.
The tools that do the workGoogle DocsMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Manage leasing of facility space.
+Review current leases and available suites, set minimum rents and target move-in dates for three vacant…
Manage leasing of facility space.
+Review current leases and available suites, set minimum rents and target move-in dates for three vacant units, prepare standard lease offers including utilities and maintenance, and send offers to the two top prospects with a 72-hour signing deadline before reopening to the waitlist.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookO*NET
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Ensure buildings meet health and safety standards
+Schedule a full building safety walkthrough this Friday, test fire alarms, elevators, and emergency lighting,…
Ensure buildings meet health and safety standards
+Schedule a full building safety walkthrough this Friday, test fire alarms, elevators, and emergency lighting, document any noncompliance with photographs and corrective actions, assign repairs with completion dates, and deliver the compliance report to Health and Safety by next Wednesday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Officejob descriptions
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Manage vendor and contractor relationships
+Gather all active vendor contracts for our building portfolio, rate each for responsiveness, workmanship and…
Manage vendor and contractor relationships
+Gather all active vendor contracts for our building portfolio, rate each for responsiveness, workmanship and pricing, score them, recommend keeping, renegotiating, or replacing three vendors, and email my report and proposed new scopes to Procurement and Tony in management by Monday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptions
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Manage catering services
+Confirm weekly catering for Monday tenant meeting: book breakfast for 25 with gluten-free and vegetarian…
Manage catering services
+Confirm weekly catering for Monday tenant meeting: book breakfast for 25 with gluten-free and vegetarian options, ask catering to arrive by 8:15, confirm delivery location in lobby, attach the invoice and dietary list, and deadline Friday to lock menu.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OutlookWikipedia
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Assist with minor repairs
+Order parts and schedule time to fix leaking faucet in 4B: buy replacement cartridge, reserve two hours after…
Assist with minor repairs
+Order parts and schedule time to fix leaking faucet in 4B: buy replacement cartridge, reserve two hours after 3pm Thursday to do the repair, notify resident about the window and send a photo of the completed repair.
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Serve as a contact person for residents
+Set up myself as primary contact for new move-ins this month: send residents a welcome message with my phone,…
Serve as a contact person for residents
+Set up myself as primary contact for new move-ins this month: send residents a welcome message with my phone, office hours, emergency procedures, and a link to the residents' handbook, and collect any questions by next Wednesday.
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Examine the conditions of buildings
+Inspect the common areas and roof tomorrow morning: walk the lobby, mailroom, three stairwells, and roof…
Examine the conditions of buildings
+Inspect the common areas and roof tomorrow morning: walk the lobby, mailroom, three stairwells, and roof hatch, note safety hazards, take photos of any damage, estimate priority and cost for repairs, and deliver the inspection notes to the property manager by end of day.
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Monitor and evaluate service provider performance
+Review the last quarter of work orders, inspect completed jobs at 123 Main and 7th Street, score the…
Monitor and evaluate service provider performance
+Review the last quarter of work orders, inspect completed jobs at 123 Main and 7th Street, score the contractor against timeliness, quality, and punch-list rework, and send a one-page performance summary with recommendations to Maria in property management by Friday.
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Prioritize operational tasks and respond to issues
+Scan open tickets and on-site urgencies, rank them by safety impact and tenant disruption, assign the top…
Prioritize operational tasks and respond to issues
+Scan open tickets and on-site urgencies, rank them by safety impact and tenant disruption, assign the top three to Joe, Anita, and the HVAC vendor with expected completion times, and notify reception and the building manager before noon today.
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Create strategic management systems for infrastructure
+Draft a three-part infrastructure strategy: a preventive maintenance calendar for boilers and roofs, an asset…
Create strategic management systems for infrastructure
+Draft a three-part infrastructure strategy: a preventive maintenance calendar for boilers and roofs, an asset replacement timeline for elevators and chillers with priority years, and a budgeted vendor-sourcing workflow, then circulate the plan to Alan in operations and Finance for input by next Tuesday.
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Maintain detailed records of processes and contacts
+Update the building contacts and process log: add last month’s vendor invoices, repair warranties, tenant…
Maintain detailed records of processes and contacts
+Update the building contacts and process log: add last month’s vendor invoices, repair warranties, tenant emergency contacts, and the escalation path, then save the authoritative file and send the updated version to the on-site team and to Sandra in leasing.
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Manage an organization's buildings, sites, and workplaces
+Oversee the portfolio this week: walk Tower A and B, confirm fire doors and lighting meet standards, collect…
Manage an organization's buildings, sites, and workplaces
+Oversee the portfolio this week: walk Tower A and B, confirm fire doors and lighting meet standards, collect tenant complaint trends, produce a short briefing for the owners with urgent items highlighted, and schedule follow-ups with contractors next Monday.
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Oversee cleaning services
+Audit the cleaning contract: inspect common areas at 8am Tuesday, count misses against the scope, document…
Oversee cleaning services
+Audit the cleaning contract: inspect common areas at 8am Tuesday, count misses against the scope, document photos and missed tasks, prepare a corrective action request for the cleaning supervisor, and copy procurement and the building manager into the deadlineed notice.
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