Most commonly reported Work Activities

• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Training and Teaching Others Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
• Getting Information Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Coaching and Developing Others Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Assisting and Caring for Others Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems Analysing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Developing and Building Teams Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

The Work

Provide professional management services for residential and commercial multi-unit developments and facilities.

Property management professionals have an interest in all aspects of residential, commercial and industrial property management.

Most commonly reported Work Tasks

• Supervise in-house services, such as laundries, maintenance and repair, dry cleaning, or valet services.
• Select the most suitable cleaning materials for different types of linens, furniture, flooring, and surfaces.
• Advise managers, desk clerks, or admitting personnel of rooms ready for occupancy.
• Inspect work performed to ensure that it meets specifications and established standards.
• Perform or assist with cleaning duties as necessary.
• Plan and prepare employee work schedules.
• Establish and implement operational standards and procedures for the departments supervised.
• Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities to determine the type of work required.
• Inventory stock to ensure that supplies and equipment are available in adequate amounts.
• Issue supplies and equipment to workers.

Further Information

• Facilities Manager - from: N.C.S. [UK]
• Facilities Manager - from: GradIreland

This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:

Realist

Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.

Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.

Enterprising

Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.

Administrative

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.

Facilities managers can develop towards this career from an applied Technical skills route, from expereince in trades with practical skills. Alternatively from a conept and management route. 

Training & Development

FET Centre Traineeship: Construction Skills for Employment, Interior Systems, Supervisory & Project Management in centres around Ireland NFQ Level 5-6 Search FET Courses

FET PLC Courses:Building Construction, Carpentry: Construction Technology, Construction and Building, Construction and Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, Construction Technology with Renewable Energy Systems, Sustainable Energy and Construction Technology at NFQ Levels 5-6 Search FET PLC Courses

Apprenticeship: Construction skills Apprenticeships, Engineering Apprenticeships NFQ level 6-7 Levels Search Apprenticeships

Higher Education CAO Entry: Property Valuation & Management, Construction Management, Construction Project Management & Applied Technology, Project & Construction Management, Construction - Common Entry NFQ Levels 6-8 Search CAO courses

Professional Development

Postgraduate Study Options  Project Management, Management NFQ level 9

Last Updated: November, 2023

Salary Range (thousands per year)* €55k - €100k

Salaries vary based on employer, location, experience, duties, and role.

Data Source(s):
Collins McNicholas/ Morgan McKinley / CPL / Excel/ Osborne

Last Updated: July, 2024

* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.

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This occupation has been identified as a Job in Demand by the most recent National Skills Bulletin.

This information has been derived from the Solas National Skills Bulletin (2023).

Although the annual average employment growth over the five-year period for this occupation was only marginally above the national average, employment grew strongly between 2021 and 2022. 

Census data indicates that civlil engineers account for over half of the employment in this group: the strongest growth since 2016 was for production managers/directors. 

Both the new employment permits issued and the mentions of difficult-to-fill vacancies in the Recruitment Agency Survey point to issues in sourcing civil, site and structural engineers along with construction project managers. In addition, the Skills for Growth data signals issues with sourcing civil engineers (including for water infrastructure and sustainability) and structural engineer roles (especially those with project management skills).

Demand for this occupation was also evident in the 12% increase in the number of job postings (OVATE) for civil engineers in 2022, with growing demand for skills in project management, teamwork, communication and adaptability. Demand for these roles is expected to continue as Ireland aims to meet housing and climate action targets. With employment increasing and issues with recruitment evident, shortages are likely to continue. 

• Construction Industry Federation

  • Construction House, Canal Road, Dublin 6
  • (01) 406 6000
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• Engineers Ireland

  • 22 Clyde Road, Ballsbridge Dublin 4
  • (01) 665 1300
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• Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers - CIBSE

  • +44 (0)20 8675 5211
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