Building manager
ビルかんりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Residential and Building Management Occupations
- Minor : Building Managers
Summary
Building managers provide users with comfortable and safe environments through equipment inspections, maintenance, cleaning, and safety management of buildings.
Description
Building managers handle equipment management and environmental hygiene management for buildings such as office buildings and commercial facilities. They conduct regular inspections and maintenance of air conditioning equipment, water supply and drainage equipment, electrical equipment, firefighting equipment, etc., and implement emergency responses when failures or issues occur. Cleaning tasks, waste management, and safety checks through patrols are also important duties. Additionally, they prepare inspection reports and manage documents in accordance with laws and regulations to ensure compliance with legal requirements and maintain asset value.
Future Outlook
Amid the advancement of IoT and automation in buildings, the demand for specialized personnel handling advanced equipment management and legal compliance is being maintained and increasing.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Good cooperativeness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Building manager (Junior) → Senior building manager → Facility management supervisor → Facility manager → Management department manager
Required Skills
Cleaning management / Emergency response / Equipment inspection and maintenance technology / Report preparation / Troubleshooting
Recommended Skills
Building automation system / Communication skills (English) / Equipment drawing interpretation / IoT smart building
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high attention to detail is required to not overlook subtle abnormalities in equipment. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because sustained physical stamina is required for long hours of patrols and inspections. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to manage inspection and maintenance schedules in a planned manner. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly identify and address causes during equipment troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | There are many routine tasks, with few opportunities for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Boiler technician
- Building environmental hygiene management technician
- Firefighting equipment technician
- Second-class electrician
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