Director of Facilities

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The Director of Facilities oversees all aspects of running your facility. This senior-level position deals with budgeting, maintenance, purchasing, planning and other activities that go into operations. They’re responsible for the safety and security of everyone who uses the facility as well as supporting profitability and growth. These professionals work with all outside vendors and contractors, negotiating contracts and ensuring those entities deliver as promised. The Director of Facilities typically manages the facility maintenance staff and other team members who deal with daily operations.

What does a Director of Facilities do?

A Director of Facilities, or Director of Building and Facilities Operation, manages all aspects of a facility’s operations. Their duties include budget management, facility planning and building system maintenance.

Responsibilities

A Director of Facilities should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Director of Facilities should be able to execute:

Creating and monitoring the facility’s budget
Scheduling and managing routine maintenance on all building systems
Mitigating risk and overseeing safety and security
Inspecting the facility routinely to look for issues
Overseeing all contractors that work with the facility
Ensuring the facility complies with relevant laws, regulations and safety standards

Required Skills

A competitive Director of Facilities will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Project management experience
Budgeting experience and strong math skills
Strong negotiation skills
Understanding of laws and regulations along with the willingness to keep up with changes
Familiarity with construction, architecture and various systems, such as HVAC and electrical
Leadership and interpersonal skills

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