Chief Building Engineer — Operations & Systems Leader

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local 94 Benefits

Job summary

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. seeks a Chief Engineer to lead building engineering operations, supervise staff, and manage preventive maintenance across HVAC, electrical, and life-safety systems. You will ensure lease obligations are met, coordinate tenant services, and oversee contractors.

Knowledge of CMMS and major BAS/BMS platforms is essential, along with strong leadership and budgeting skills to support engineering initiatives and energy efficiency efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in operating engineering, electrical power, and HVAC systems, with at least 2 years in supervision.
• Current engineer's license or equivalent recognized by the jurisdiction.
• EPA CFC Certification and relevant fire life safety certifications.
• Category 7G and related licenses or certifications as applicable.
• Experience with CMMS and building automation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Oversee building engineering operations and supervise engineering staff.
• Coordinate tenant services, repairs, and work orders; maintain documentation.
• Ensure compliance with fire life safety procedures and building codes.
• Manage budgets, procure parts, and monitor preventive maintenance programs.
• Review construction activities and supervise controls projects.
• Report on energy management and operational efficiency.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Building controls

CMMS

Team leadership

Education

General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

Fire Life Safety Director (F-89)

EPA CFC Certification

Refrigeration (Q-01) Operator’s Certificate

Category 7G Certified Applicator

Tools

Johnson Controls

Honeywell

Tridium

Alerton

Automated Logic

Distech

Schneider Electric

Job description

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. seeks a Chief Engineer to lead building engineering operations, supervise staff, and manage preventive maintenance across HVAC, electrical, and life-safety systems. You will ensure lease obligations are met, coordinate tenant services, and oversee contractors.

Knowledge of CMMS and major BAS/BMS platforms is essential, along with strong leadership and budgeting skills to support engineering initiatives and energy efficiency efforts.