Facilities Managers

O*NET 11-3013.00 · SOC 11-3013

Projected Growth
+5%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$107k
BLS OEWS, May 2025
Education Level
Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)

Education & How to Get In

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Job Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)

Most Facilities Managers positions require an associate degree or vocational training. Many community colleges and technical schools offer relevant programs that can be completed in 1–2 years, often with hands-on clinical or lab experience built in.

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Work Environment

Primary Setting

Leadership — offices, client meetings, or hybrid

Work Style

Collaborative — frequent interaction with teams, clients, or patients

Personality Fit (RIASEC)

Enterprising (Persuaders)5.3
Conventional (Organizers)5.3
Realistic (Doers)4.2
Social (Helpers)3.6
Investigative (Thinkers)2.6
Artistic (Creators)1.6

Who Thrives as Facilities Manager?

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