Typical Tasks
Direct and coordinate the activities of staff and contract personnel and evaluate their performance.
Inspect grounds, facilities, and equipment routinely to determine necessity of repairs or maintenance.
Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties.
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.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Social
Working with people
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Integrity
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Stress Tolerance
Initiative
Leadership
What key skills are needed for this job?
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
Coordination
Negotiation
Expected Knowledge
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Common Activities
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
