About the Role
The Director of Building Engineering oversees 92NY’s facilities, ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the building and its critical systems. This role involves leadership, supervision, and day-to-day management of building mechanics, serving as a key point of contact for emergencies, and being available 24/7 as needed.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight of the day-to-day building operations and maintenance function.
- Lead ongoing efforts to optimize building energy efficiency and identify opportunities to improve operational performance.
- Direct building maintenance and repair activities, ensuring facilities and equipment are maintained to appropriate operational and safety standards.
- Develop and implement best practices regarding facilities management and overall building maintenance and repairs.
- Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of all building systems including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Implement and schedule preventative maintenance programs for building systems, property and equipment in compliance with applicable local, state and federal codes and regulations.
- Develop, monitor and manage budgets and expenses pertaining to building operations.
- Ensure timely communication to 92NY staff regarding electrical, water and other service interruptions and scheduled shutdowns.
- Oversee technical aspects of RFPs related to major capital improvements.
- Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures to promote consistency, accountability and safety across the team.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and local laws, maintaining current inspections and certifications and an organized, accessible record-management system.
- Support emergency response and evacuation procedures, including assessing building conditions, accounting for operations personnel, coordinating utility shutdowns, and providing operational status reports.
- Ensure a safe, secure and well-functioning environment throughout 92NY's facilities.
- Track all facilities-related service requests to ensure timely resolution and a high level of service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage and oversee outside trades, vendors and contractors performing work on the premises.
- Perform other related duties as requested or assigned.
Requirements
- 10+ years’ experience at a director level overseeing building engineering, maintenance, and construction operations.
- Previous senior leadership experience, preferable in a union environment, required.
- In-depth and current knowledge of DOB, FDNY and DOH code requirements.
- In-depth and current knowledge of OSHA regulations and reporting.
- Proven ability managing complex building projects from initial planning and development through implementation, completion and evaluation.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
- Interested applicants should forward a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements.
Skills
- Proficiency in both Microsoft Office and AutoCad required.
Work Type
- 40 hours/week
Experience Level
- Director level
- Senior leadership
Salary/Compensations
- $165,000 - $180,000
About the Company
- 92NY oversees facilities to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the building and its critical systems.
