FACILITIES SPECIALIST SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Jun 13, 2025 - The Facilities Specialist brings extensive pharmaceutical and cell therapy experience and is skilled in managing highly regulated biotechnology environments. Holds project management certification, excelling in leadership within senior management and matrix settings. Proficient in technical writing, SOPs, and Microsoft Office, adept at navigating fast-paced, contract-intensive roles.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Facilities Specialist Resume
- Security Management
- Record Keeping
- Vendor Coordination
- HIPAA Compliance
- Fire Safety
- Business Continuity
- Mailroom Management
- General Maintenance
- Compliance Management
- Project Management
- Meeting Participation
- Leadership
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Vendor Liaison
- Event Coordination
- Cross-Departmental Collaboration
- Sharing
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
Summary of Facilities Specialist Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Facilities Management with 5 Years of Experience
- Engineering Foundation Competencies
- Knowledge of Industrial hygiene, Environmental, Health and Safety programs and regulations including ISO 14001.
- Knowledge of Industrial Engineering standards.
- In-depth knowledge of structural and facilities engineering and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to evaluate, diagnose and troubleshoot problems.
- Strong knowledge of IT platforms, database design and programming languages.
- Strong knowledge of some or all of the following: UNIX, NT, database management systems.
- Ability to evaluate materials, gathe Celestica is an equal opportunity employer.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
- Some knowledge of FM Desktop, AutoCAD, and Hospitalities software a plus, or the willingness to learn
- Technical experience in the operational and maintenance characteristics of a range of electronic office equipment, including audio/visual multimedia (i.e. CD, VHS, MP3, DVD, VHS-C, duplication and editing)
- Experience in a customer service environment
2. BA in Business Administration with 4 Years of Experience
- Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and experience in cell therapy
- Project management certification or equivalent experience
- Previous experience working in highly regulated manufacturing environments desirable
- Previous experience working in a biotechnology/immunotherapy lab and manufacturing environment desirable
- Proven leadership ability to carry out difficult decisions in a logical, rational manner and demonstrated ability to work as a senior management team member to engage and influence team members in the matrix environment
- Independent decision-making capability and ability to think conceptually and understand the impact of decisions
- Technical writing capability and experience with writing, approving and training staff on SOP's deviations and CAPAS
- Proficient in MS Office applications.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment
- Extensive knowledge of contract principles and procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
3. BA in Engineering with 7 Years of Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Coordination and Logistics skills
- Experience in working with high end facilities and fine homes, either construction or maintenance
- Ability to manage and evaluate vendor work
- Proven ability to interact effectively within a department and outside the organization
- Ability to perform data entry and work with facilities-related software
- Fluent in Outlook/email communication and calendaring
- Handyman skills to address most basic home maintenance needs
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a high-growth environment
- Excellent English skills