Facilities Management is a service organization composed of units that plan, construct, manage, operate and maintain the physical assets (buildings, grounds and utility systems) of the university. Our mission is to provide a physical environment in which staff, faculty and students can achieve excellence in teaching, learning, research and public service.
With just a few months remaining until the White Hall Classroom Building is reopened for the Fall 2026 semester, the space is deep into renovations. The upgraded building boasts 46 classrooms, open natural lighting and enhanced ADA accessibility. These improvements lay the foundation for a significant campus-wide impact.
At the University of Kentucky, environmental stewardship and sustainability are 24/7/365 commitments. As the world commemorates the 56th annual Earth Day today, UK is highlighting some of the year-round programs, learning opportunities and community events that make sustainability part of everyday life on campus.
In a quiet conference room on the second floor of the Healthy Kentucky Research Building at the University of Kentucky, Pushpa Pokharel, a Henry Clay High School senior and Project SEARCH intern, works diligently to clean every surface. She employs an impressive degree of detail, going beyond mere tidying to ensure surfaces are spotless and hygienic.
Campus Facilities Management provides cost effective and responsive service for maintenance and operation of facilities, grounds, utility services, and other related support functions that support the instructional, research, and public service functions of the University of Kentucky.
Campus Facilities Management support services include maintenance and operation of facilities, grounds, utility services, minor renovations, and related services.
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Planning Design and Construction is responsible for planning and executing the university's construction plan. We assist in creating the master plan of capital improvements, hire the architects and engineers to design the planned renovations and new construction projects, and manage the entire planning, design, and construction process. We liaise with our university clients and project stakeholders to ensure their needs are met along the way.
Facilities Management Healthcare (FMHC) provides high quality, professional facilities services to support the healthcare, research, and educational programs of the University of Kentucky Healthcare complex through innovative and cost effective preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, renovations and life safety initiatives.
Facilities Management Shared Services include the Office of Sustainability, the Facilities Management Personnel Office, and related services.
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As Energy Stewards for the University of Kentucky, Utilities & Energy Management's mission is to provide safe, reliable and resilient utility and energy services to our campus community, with a commitment to sustainability and customer service.
UEM takes pride in fostering an agile team culture where effective, efficient and innovative solutions are valued.