Facility Manager Mock Interview

Question 7 of 35 for our Facility Manager Mock Interview

Facility Manager was updated by Ronda Barnes on November 18th, 2021. Learn more here.

Question 7 of 35

When have you negotiated with a contractor?

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As a Facility Manager, you will work extensively with contractors. The interviewer wants to know if you have experience negotiating with them. This can be for services or products, so share any related experience you may have.

"I've negotiated several contracts for services such as lawn care and cleaning services. Understanding the market and average costs allows me to negotiate for better service fees."

"I've negotiated on a contract that we had in place for a long period of time. Because of our good history and desire to add more services, I was able to negotiate a contract for lower rates."

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"I've done 3 part bidding for government contracts. I've negotiated several contracts for services such as lawn care and cleaning services."

Stephanie's Feedback

It sounds like you've had some great experiences with negotiations! To take this response from good to great, I suggest adding an additional sentence that outlines the specific skills you've gained from this experience (example: written communication skills, persuasion, etc.)

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How to Answer: When have you negotiated with a contractor?

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7. When have you negotiated with a contractor?

How to Answer

As a Facility Manager, you will work extensively with contractors. The interviewer wants to know if you have experience negotiating with them. This can be for services or products, so share any related experience you may have.

Written by Ronda Barnes on November 18th, 2021

1st Answer Example

"I've negotiated several contracts for services such as lawn care and cleaning services. Understanding the market and average costs allows me to negotiate for better service fees."

Written by Ronda Barnes on November 18th, 2021

2nd Answer Example

"I've negotiated on a contract that we had in place for a long period of time. Because of our good history and desire to add more services, I was able to negotiate a contract for lower rates."

Written by Ronda Barnes on November 18th, 2021

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Anonymous Answer

"I've done 3 part bidding for government contracts. I've negotiated several contracts for services such as lawn care and cleaning services."

Stephanie's Feedback

It sounds like you've had some great experiences with negotiations! To take this response from good to great, I suggest adding an additional sentence that outlines the specific skills you've gained from this experience (example: written communication skills, persuasion, etc.)

Next Question