Facility MEP Assessor

New York City, NY • Queens, NY

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About The Position

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Public Buildings, seeks a Facility MEP Assessor. The candidate will be responsible for conducting mechanical, electrical, and plumbing condition assessments in City-owned buildings. The selected candidate will assess and evaluate the building's performance including energy usage, HVAC equipment, fire protection components, and the building's overall code compliance, sustainability and resiliency, etc., and outline immediate and potential problem areas so that informed decisions can be made, and priorities can be set. Candidate will record existing conditions; provide code, local laws, and energy analysis and prepare facility assessment reports suitable for sponsor budget planning purposes.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work.
• A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License.
• Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• A master's degree in mechanical engineering may substitute for one year of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Thorough understanding of building construction methods, materials, and systems, especially older 19th and 20th century buildings.
• Expertise in forensic diagnosis of deterioration, distress, and failure issues.
• At least 3 years of prior relevant field inspection experience.
• Physical ability to conduct site visits, including accessing stairs, catwalks, ladders, rooftops, and basements.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid motor vehicle driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical, electrical, and plumbing condition assessments in City-owned buildings.
• Assess and evaluate building performance including energy usage, HVAC equipment, and fire protection components.
• Outline immediate and potential problem areas for informed decision-making.
• Record existing conditions and provide code, local laws, and energy analysis.
• Prepare facility assessment reports for budget planning purposes.

Benefits

• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees