Workplace Manager JOB DESCRIPTION GUIDE

Workplace Manager Salary Guide

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Workplace Manager Core Duties and Qualifications

The workplace manager is among some of the important personnel who are directly involved in setting up and sustaining appropriate, effective and employee centered work environment.

A workplace manager is responsible for managing the daily duties of the office, arranging furniture, and the other physical or functioning elements of the workspace that need to be in line with the goals and the culture of the organization are also addressed.

Desired Profile For A Workplace Manager

Roles and Duties

Workplace manager works with different departments to follow the programs that help to develop employee satisfaction, use the space better and give support to the business all over the world. Workplace manager is also responsible for the following duties and responsibilities highlighted by the employers:

Execute facilities management day to day for the purpose of well coordinated working.
Lead the general office configuration, room plan development, and workplace design work.
Develop and execute workplace policy and procedure formation.
Interact with suppliers and contractors to facilitate maintenance and facility services.
Guarantee that health, safety, and environmental regulations are met.
Supervise and control budgets to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the workplace service and projects.
Work with HR and leadership on solving employee workspace demands.
Use technology to track space usage and comfort metrics and take steps to increase them.
Designed programs that create a capacity for focus and well being in the workplace.
Deal with the unexpected and come up with strategies that will mitigate them.

Qualifications And Certifications

Below are the educational requirements for the role of workplace manager sought by the employers:

Required bachelor’s degree or equivalent in

Facility management
Interior design
Human resources
Business administration
Related field.

Master’s degree in facility management, interior design, business administration (MBA), or related field.
Professional certifications of Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Accredited Professional, LEED Certifications, Project Management Professional (PMP), and others are suggested.

Skills And Expertise

The following is the list of required skill sets and experience for the role of workplace manager:

5- 10 years of prior professional experience in facilities management, workplace operations, office management, or related roles.
Understanding of building information modeling (BIM) software like Autodesk Revit, etc.
Knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS) and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
Knowledge of Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) and occupancy analytic.
Understanding of workplace safety standards, and environmental regulations.
Proper communication and interpersonal skills.
People centric approach.
Organizational skills.
Project management skills and innovative focus.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Ability to think and act strategically in solving issues.
Attention to detail.

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