Facilities manager | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Facilities managers oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems and services.

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Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling or construction projects for commercial or residential properties.
Direct collection of monthly assessments, rental fees, and

Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling or construction projects for commercial or residential properties.
Direct collection of monthly assessments, rental fees, and deposits and payment of insurance premiums, mortgage, taxes, and incurred operating expenses.
Inspect grounds, facilities, and equipment routinely to determine necessity of repairs or maintenance.
Act as liaisons between on-site managers or tenants and owners.
Meet with prospective tenants to show properties, explain terms of occupancy, and provide information about local areas.
Market vacant space to prospective tenants through leasing agents, advertising, or other methods.
Prepare detailed budgets and financial reports for properties.
Maintain records of sales, rental or usage activity, special permits issued, maintenance and operating costs, or property availability.
Direct and coordinate the activities of staff and contract personnel and evaluate their performance.
Meet with clients to negotiate management and service contracts, determine priorities, and discuss the financial and operational status of properties.
Solicit and analyze bids from contractors for repairs, renovations, and maintenance.
Prepare and administer contracts for provision of property services, such as cleaning, maintenance, and security services.
Investigate complaints, disturbances and violations and resolve problems, following management rules and regulations.
Review rents to ensure that they are in line with rental markets.
Maintain contact with insurance carriers, fire and police departments, and other agencies to ensure protection and compliance with codes and regulations.
Meet with boards of directors and committees to discuss and resolve legal and environmental issues or disputes between neighbors.
Purchase building and maintenance supplies, equipment, or furniture.
Determine and certify the eligibility of prospective tenants, following government regulations.
Confer regularly with community association members to ensure their needs are being met.
Negotiate the sale, lease, or development of property and complete or review appropriate documents and forms.
Clean common areas, change light bulbs, and make minor property repairs.
Negotiate short- and long-term loans to finance construction and ownership of structures.
Confer with legal authorities to ensure that renting and advertising practices are not discriminatory and that properties comply with state and federal regulations.
Analyze information on property values, taxes, zoning, population growth, and traffic volume and patterns to determine if properties should be acquired.

Average salary
29,277 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Facilities manager

29,348 GBP
24,991 GBP

Average salary for part-time Facilities manager

Average salary for full-time Facilities manager

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18,200 GBP
18,284 GBP

29,277 GBP
24,991 GBP
29,348 GBP

Salary over time for Facilities manager

Salary for this role has increased over time

26,057 GBP
26,209 GBP
26,316 GBP
27,296 GBP
27,964 GBP
28,594 GBP
29,277 GBP
28,689 GBP
30,284 GBP

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Future outlook for Facilities managers

Balanced outlook

221 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

2% yearly wage growth (on average)

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Facilities manager and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

48% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
12% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
12% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree

You can apply for jobs directly if you've got a combination of relevant experience and qualifications. This includes technical skills related to buildings and property, and management skills.

You'll need:

customer service skills
business management skills
administration skills
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
knowledge of economics and accounting
patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
the ability to work well with others
to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

Qualifications and experience in building services engineering, surveying or health and safety could give you an advantage.

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Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

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