The Senior Engineer will work within the DEM's Building Optimization Team (BOT), under the guidance of the Senior Program Manager but in extremely close coordination with DEM's other units. In the first 18 months, it is expected that the Senior Engineer be able to manage building optimization projects successfully and independently. In the first 4 years, it is expected that the Senior Engineer will help stand up a robust program for the City to not only upgrade and maintain the City's HVAC infrastructure but also develop advanced analytics to support improved building optimization. BOT is a first-of-its kind program that is utilizing robust building data and advanced analytics to identify and implement building optimization opportunities that goes above and beyond a traditional operations and maintenance program. BOT is uniquely positioned within the City because it is the only program using advanced building technology to directly reduce the City's greenhouse gas emissions and meet the ambitious Local Law 97 mandates. The Senior Engineer, BOT will be charged with responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Project management / Lead the management of a portfolio of highly technical projects and opportunities at the City's facilities with a range of project scope and budget, with support from the program's Assistant Engineers. Project management will include but not be limited to budgeting, scoping, project implementation oversite, site inspections, and project close out. 2. Technical oversight / Provide technical expertise on relevant projects that includes but is not limited to reviewing and approving the following for technical accuracy: (1) designs, (2) scope and project costs, (3) inspections of projects, (4) relevant energy savings calculators, and (5) providing ad hoc advanced technical support to both the City agencies and centrally at DEM. 3. Performance management / Monitor, report, and maintain project-level tracking of key performance metrics including recommended and implemented energy conservation measures (ECMs) and operations and maintenance measures (OMMs). This will also include associated energy, GHG and cost savings, and any associated measurement & verification work. 4. Agency engagement / Facilitate routine correspondence with City agencies primarily to drive project management, setting clear expectations with city agencies on relevant work, and building professional connections to improve program success. 5. Program further expansion / Support the senior leadership in the further expansion of an innovative City-wide building optimization program that centers around preventative maintenance and utilizing advanced analytics to automate controls to optimize operational and energy efficiencies. To Apply: Please go to www.nyc.gov/careers or www.nyc.gov/ess for current NYC employees and search for Job ID #762871. NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. ENERGY CONSERVATION SPECIALIST - 22430 Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in architecture or architectural technology; biology; building science; chemistry; construction management; energy management; engineering, engineering technology; environmental science; facilities management; physics; or a related field; or 2. Completion of an apprentice program, a minimum of two (2) years in length, in a construction trade with an emphasis on energy efficiency for buildings and two (2) years of satisfactory, full-time experience in energy generation or conservation work such as planning, developing, implementing, inspecting, analyzing, testing, and verifying interventions to generate clean energy or reduce energy usage; or 3. Four (4) years of satisfactory, full-time experience in energy generation or conservation work such as planning, developing, implementing, inspecting, analyzing, testing, and verifying interventions to generate clean energy or reduce energy usage; or 4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1," "2," or "3" above. One (1) year of acceptable experience will be credited for every 30 semester credits of undergraduate education in any of the fields described in "1" above. One (1) year of acceptable experience will be credited for a master's degree in any of the fields described in "1" above. Special Note: To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, candidates other than Professional Engineers or Registered Architects must have either: a) A Bachelor of Architecture degree that is the first professional degree in architecture from an accredited college; or b) A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a master's degree in building science, energy management, or engineering from an accredited college or university; or c) After meeting the minimum qualification requirements, a master's degree in any of the fields described in "1" above. d) After meeting the minimum qualification requirements, one (1) additional year of experience as described in "4" above; or To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III, candidates other than Professional Engineers or Registered Architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level II, one (1) additional year of experience as described in "3" above. To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, candidates must have either: a) A license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law and at least one year of experience as described in "3" above as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the necessary disciplines as described in "1" above; or b) In addition to meeting the requirements for Assignment Level III, one (1) additional year of experience in a supervisory capacity, or as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the necessary disciplines as described in "1" above. License Requirement A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. This license must be maintained for the duration of the assignment. Incumbents may be required to update existing and/or obtain additional professional industry-standard certification(s) and licenses.