Chief Engineer

BLUMENFELD DEVELOPMENT GROUP, LTD • New York, East Elmhurst • Posted June 21, 2026

About the Role

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Position Summary

The Chief Engineer is the senior on site technical leader responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all building mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and life safety systems. This role oversees day to day engineering operations, supervises building engineers and vendors, ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, and maintains the highest standards of building performance, tenant satisfaction, and operational uptime.

Core Responsibilities

1. Operations & Maintenance

  • Direct daily operation of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and life safety systems.
  • Perform and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
  • Maintain equipment logs, rounds, and operational documentation.
  • Ensure optimal sys...