Senior Chief Engineer Job at The Building People, New York, NY

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  • The Building People
  • New York, NY

Job Description

The Building People has an opportunity available for a Senior Chief Engineer to oversee approximately 1,000,000 SF in Kings Point, NY (North-Western Nassau County). The Senior Chief Engineer will cover the following duties:

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • As a member of the contract PMO, to oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems
  • Supervisory and management support to Preventive Maintenance Supervisor, engineers and maintenance staff
  • Create and routinely update a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance procedures
  • Participate regularly in client-facing and property team communications
  • Lead, create and manage the engineering budget and participate in the overall operating budget process
  • Assist in the development of a capital improvement plan
  • Select, schedule, supervise and direct contractors/vendors, monitor and document performance
  • Respond effectively to emergencies and service calls
  • Provide timely update to Property Management Team
  • Assist with soliciting proposals from vendors for assigned projects.
  • Lead and organize ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs and procedures
  • Other duties as requested by property management team and/or client
  • Oversee large, complex facilities and maintenance projects
  • Contributes to the organization through strategy definition and implementation of directed initiatives
  • Develops or assists with documentation and information maintenance
  • Ensure all facilities systems are in proper working order by ensuring preventative maintenance is conducted and issues are addressed promptly
  • Leads complex facilities projects
  • Accurately estimates building costs and project timelines
  • Communicates status of facilities projects to supervisor and others impacted in the facility
  • Oversee maintenance and operations contracts with vendors
  • Secures and maintains maintenance and operations contracts
  • Ensure contracts are maintained and services are scheduled as needed to maintain continuity of operations
  • Prepares reports and maintains records associated with vendor operation and maintenance, and facility operation and maintenance
  • Produces written reports as requested or needed and by specified deadline
  • Develop and Implement Facility Related Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Prepares and/or implements a detailed preventative maintenance plan for equipment to include routine testing of critical systems and equipment
  • Leads or assists in coordinating or performing inspections
  • Assists with safety equipment, inspection, certification, and maintenance
  • Assists with establishing emergency contact procedures for unscheduled system interruptions or equipment malfunctions
  • Assist as necessary with activities related to safety and operations committee meetings
  • Provides technical assistance during emergency response incidents as necessary
  • Applies knowledge of principles, methods, and equipment relating to steam generation, refrigeration, mechanical and electrical requirements in training

Skills/Qualifications:

  • Minimum 15 years of progressive related experience in Building Infrastructure Operations and Management
  • Ability to prepare clear strategic planning procedures and user-friendly templates to assist entities in undertaking forward, strategic planning. 
  • Broad knowledge of all phases of engineering, field activities, production techniques, building materials, and construction methods for development of various work areas.
  • Understands technical issues and costs related to selection of design features and unique requirements.
  • Broad knowledge of building industry, government compliance & regulatory standards and environmental compliance laws and requirements. 
  • Experienced with engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating.
  • Experienced managing knowledge of sustainability and its integration into the design and the construction of various buildings.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills, be a team player and have a knowledge sharing approach. 
  • Ability to solve problems by thinking laterally and be able to understand the needs and requirements of the client and various entities – to provide planning / design / feasibility solutions in a multi -disciplinary / multi - sectional context. 
  • Must be self-driven and able to plan and execute work without direct supervision from senior management and/or peers. 
  • Must be flexible and adapt to working in a demanding environment, including the need to travel and work remotely if / when required. 
  • Vocational or technical training in MEP fields.
  • Professional licensing in aligned MEP and Construction trades.
  • Experience in managing and maintaining Fire Life Safety systems and Fire Suppression
  • Substantial experience in the maintenance and operation of a highly technical facility as well dispersed buildings with systems integration.
  • Significant experience in managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
  • Supervisory experience, demonstrated experience planning, scheduling, and supervising complex maintenance projects.
  • A well-rounded background in all the building trades.
  • Experience with high pressure steam boilers.
  • Knowledge and experience with Geothermal Heat Pump systems and infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems.
  • Skill in problem solving and critical thinking associated with HVAC, Electricity, Plumbing; and other building maintenance.
  • Demonstrated skill in leadership.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to engage with a diverse group of people.
  • Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft word, Excel, software for building equipment and control systems, familiarity with programmable logic controllers; basic computer hardware troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to coordinate a large building and/or grounds program.
  • Ability to effectively read and interpret blueprints, construction plans and written specifications.
  • Ability to estimate building costs and project timelines.

Preferred Certifications (not required)

  • Universal CFC
  • EPA 608
  • Journeyman License (or equivalent) for one or more of the following: Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical
  • Boiler Operator certification
  • CFM (IFMA)
  • PMP
  • NATE (North American Technician Excellence) w/ specialty
  • NICET certified
  • UA Star HVAC Mastery Certification
  • HVAC Excellence Professional Level Certification

Job Tags

Contract work, For contractors, Remote job, Flexible hours,

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