Lead Building Engineer — On-Site Leadership & Growth

Chelsea Piers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation benefits

Calm App membership

LinkedIn Learning access

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA savings

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Chelsea Piers is seeking a Lead Building Engineer to run the physical plant at one of New York's iconic sports and entertainment complexes. You will lead a Building Engineer reporting to the Chief Engineer, with real opportunities to grow into a leadership track within our facilities organization.

This is a one-site role with steady hours and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial facilities experience including maintenance of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handlers, RTUs and VAV systems.
• Hands-on HVAC diagnostics and performance optimization.
• Proficiency with BAS/BMS controls and preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience maintaining large, occupied facilities.
• Ability to read technical plans and understand building systems.
• EPA 608 certification and FDNY Certificates of Fitness (S12/S13) and CPO preferred.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience is a plus.
• Flexible availability: weekends, holidays, and various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations — direct maintenance across the facility and supervise the Building Engineer's schedule.
• Own principal mechanical systems — HVAC, ice rink chiller, pools, elevators, dehumidification, walk-ins, steam rooms.
• Be point person in a crisis — drive fast resolution with minimal disruption.
• Manage vendors and contracts — oversee MEP vendors and service contracts per budget.
• Coordinate projects — build/manage task lists with the Chief Engineer.
• Report daily activity — provide updates on mechanical issues to the Chief Engineer.
• Keep it safe and compliant — conduct regular inspections and drive safety improvements.

Skills

Facilities experience

HVAC diagnostics

BAS/BMS controls

Supervisory experience

Job description

Chelsea Piers is seeking a Lead Building Engineer to run the physical plant at one of New York's iconic sports and entertainment complexes. You will lead a Building Engineer reporting to the Chief Engineer, with real opportunities to grow into a leadership track within our facilities organization.

This is a one-site role with steady hours and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and tuition assistance.