Building technology (smart buildings)Employee health and safetyRecruitment and trainingEnvironmental effortsMaintenance and upkeepCulture and social supportEach of these aspects factors into the broader role of facilities: to support the workforce that relies on them. It segues into an even more important question: what is the role of a facility manager? While the exact answer depends on the company in question, theres a fundamental purpose that underscores this role in any setting.The role of a facility manager (or facility officer) is to transform facilities from a cost center into a competitive advantageturn one of the companys largest single expenses into an asset. Facility professionals need to constantly look for ways to leverage facilities into ROI, whether thats supporting employees or bottom-line cost-saving improvements.