Director of Building Systems - Director of MEP
hace 4 días
Pittsburgh
Job Description Director of Building Systems - Director of MEP DiCicco Development, Inc. — Pittsburgh, PA About Us DiCicco Development, Inc. is a premier, fully integrated commercial real estate development and ownership firm specializing in Class A office buildings in Pittsburgh. We own, develop, and operate a portfolio of high-quality assets and are known for disciplined execution, long-term asset stewardship, and exceptional tenant experiences. With a lean, highly capable internal team, we value accountability, sound judgment, and practical, hands-on expertise. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Director of Building Systems - Director of MEP with deep knowledge of commercial HVAC, mechanical, and building systems to support the ongoing operation, performance, and improvement of our 1-million-square-foot Class A office portfolio. This is an owner-side role working directly with our leadership team on both new development projects and existing properties to ensure building systems operate reliably, efficiently, and in alignment with long-term asset goals. This role is ideal for a professional whose strengths are in: • Commercial building systems and facilities engineering, • HVAC, mechanical, and MEP system operation and optimization, • Troubleshooting, commissioning, and lifecycle system management What You'll Do • Serve as the technical owner's representative for building systems across an active Class A office portfolio, • Oversee day-to-day performance, reliability, and optimization of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems across a portfolio of Class A properties, • Troubleshoot complex system issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions, • Coordinate and manage service contractors, controls vendors, and specialty trades, • Support and oversee commissioning, recommissioning, testing, and balancing activities, • Review system designs, shop drawings, submittals, and as-built documentation for capital and tenant improvement projects, • Partner with construction and facilities teams to ensure smooth transitions from construction to operations, • Lead capital planning efforts by evaluating system condition, remaining useful life, and replacement strategies—directly influencing multi-million dollar capital decisions, • Monitor energy usage and support efficiency, sustainability, and performance initiatives, • Ensure systems comply with applicable codes, standards, and operational best practices, • Maintain accurate system documentation, O&M manuals, and asset records Required: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Building Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience), • 7–10+ years of experience in commercial facilities engineering or building systems roles, • Strong hands-on expertise with HVAC systems, central plants, controls/BAS, and mechanical infrastructure, • Experience supporting or operating Class A office buildings or similar complex commercial environments, • Proven ability to diagnose system issues and work effectively with contractors and service providers, • Familiarity with commissioning processes, preventative maintenance strategies, and lifecycle planning, • Comfortable reviewing technical drawings, submittals, and system documentation, • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused, • Professional Engineer (PE) license (or actively pursuing), • Certifications: CEM, LEED AP, CEA, or similar At DiCicco Development, you represent ownership, not a third-party service provider. That means: • Direct involvement in long-term system performance and decision-making, • Influence over how buildings are operated, maintained, and improved—your technical recommendations drive capital investment decisions, • Close collaboration with development, construction, and facilities leadership—direct access to ownership, • A practical, execution-driven environment without unnecessary bureaucracy, • Long-term stability within a locally owned, vertically integrated organization, • Competitive compensation: $95,000–$130,000 based on experience and qualifications, • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, • 401(k) with employer matching contributions, • Paid vacation and holidays, • Annual continuing education budget for certifications, conferences, and professional development (ASHRAE, IFMA, BOMA, etc.), • Support for PE licensure and ongoing professional certifications, • A close-knit team with direct access to ownership and leadership If you are a facilities or building systems professional with strong HVAC and mechanical expertise who wants to work on the ownership side and have a real impact on building performance, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect. Please submit your resume and a brief summary of relevant experience to: Company DescriptionDiCicco Development is a fully integrated commercial office developer with over 1,000,000+ SF of Class A office assets in the Airport Corridor. We design, build, own, and manage our properties — which means as a Building Engineer, you work directly for ownership and are part of a hands-on, stable, highly respected team.DiCicco Development is a fully integrated commercial office developer with over 1,000,000+ SF of Class A office assets in the Airport Corridor. We design, build, own, and manage our properties — which means as a Building Engineer, you work directly for ownership and are part of a hands-on, stable, highly respected team.