Building Engineer

We are seeking a full-time Building Engineer who will play a critical leadership role at Manny Cantor Center (MCC), a 100,000 square-foot facility that serves thousands of Lower East side residents from Preschool-aged to Older Adults. The Building Engineer will have significant influence over the safety, compliance, and long-term sustainability of MCC, ensuring a safe, well-maintained environment for programs, staff, and community members to thrive.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Building Operations & Systems Management

* Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and optimization of all building systems for a 100,000 sq. ft. community center, including HVAC, electrical.

* plumbing, lighting, elevators, ventilation, boilers, pumps, domestic hot water systems, and building automation systems.

* Ensure building systems are operating efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all applicable codes.

* Manage preventative maintenance schedules and system upgrades.

* Monitor energy usage and recommend efficiency improvements to reduce operating costs and environmental impact

Fire Safety, Emergency Response Procedures, and Regulatory Compliance

* Ensure full compliance with fire safety and building code requirements, including fire alarm systems, sprinklers, emergency power, and evacuation systems.

* Monitor and manage fire protection system impairments, ensuring proper notifications, fire watch implementation, and restoration procedures.

* Coordinate inspections, testing, and documentation required by local, state, and federal authorities (FDNY, DOB, OSHA, EPA, etc., as applicable).

* Prepare for and participate in FDNY inspections and audits, and promptly respond to any FDNY violations to ensure a timely resolution.

Maintenance, Repairs & Facilities Oversight

* Lead and supervise the building maintenance team responsible for day-to-day repairs, preventative maintenance, and facility upkeep.

* Develop, implement, and track preventative maintenance programs to extend the life of building systems.

* Respond to and manage emergency repairs and urgent building issues, ensuring minimal disruption to programs and occupants.

* Manage vendor relationships and service contracts for specialized maintenance and repair work (HVAC, elevator, boiler, etc.

Capital Projects & Renovations

* Plan, oversee, and manage capital repairs, major maintenance projects, and renovation initiatives from scope development through completion.

* Work with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in compliance with codes and organizational standards.

* Evaluate building condition and lifecycle needs; develop long-term capital improvement plans and replacement schedules.

Budgeting & Fiscal Management

* Work closely with the Director of Operations and Deputy Executive Director to develop and manage the annual facilities and capital improvements budgets.

* Track building-related expenditures, such as utilities and service contracts to ensure that spending is consistent with need and aligns with approved budgets.

* Forecast major repairs, replacements, and capital investments, and communicate large expenditure early to make sure large bills and long-term infrastructure needs are properly budgeted.

Safety, Risk Management & Emergency Preparedness

* Promote a safe working environment for staff, members, and visitors.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Associates or Bachelors Degree required

* Minimum 5 years experience working with building systems (HVAC, electric, plumbing, fire safety, etc.)

* Fire Safety Director certificate (or obtain within 9 months of hire date)

* EPA Universal Refrigerant License strongly preferred

* FDNY P-99 license strongly preferred

* Locksmithing license (or experience) strongly preferred