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Chief Operating Officer, Facilities Management & Construction

City of New York
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026
DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City’s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies what we do ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of city government and is instrumental to the successful day-to-day operations of the City of New York.

Our Commitment To Equity, Effectiveness, And Sustainability Guides Our Work Providing City Agencies With The Critical Resources And Support Needed To Succeed, Including

  • Recruiting, hiring, and training City employees.
  • Managing 56 public buildings.
  • Acquiring, selling, and leasing City property.
  • Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies.
  • Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
  • Leading the City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.

When you work at DCAS, you're not just working for one agency, but in service of them all. It's an opportunity to provide impactful support, quality customer service, and help protect the future of New York City for generations to come. Visit our website at nyc.gov/dcas to learn more about the work we do.

Facilities Management & Construction (FMC) manages, operates, and maintains 55 City-owned buildings throughout the five boroughs, working to provide clean, safe, and energy efficient space for the tenants in these public buildings. FMC is dedicated to both the daily maintenance of the public buildings, managed by Building Services, Fire & Life Safety, and other critical field staff, as well as to long-term renovation and rehabilitation projects, which are managed by a dedicated staff of architects, engineers, and other professional technical experts. FMC also oversees the daily operations of all elevators across the DCAS public buildings portfolio.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee FMC’s day-to-day operational functions and maximize performance and efficiencies.

The primary role of the COO is routinely one of operations management; the selected candidate will be responsible for the development, design, operation and improvement of the systems that create and deliver FMC’s services.

As such, this role will have direct oversight over FMC’s operational units, including Tenant Relations, Mechanical Maintenance & Operations, Fire & Life Safety, Budget, Contract Administration, and Procurement Operations. This role will also work closely with Building Services and Construction Services to effectuate LOS goals and provide improved services to the 56 buildings.

The COO will work closely with FMC executive leadership to develop and implement improved processes and strategies that support project execution, workforce development, financial performance, and long-term strategic objectives.

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

  • Work with FMC leadership to communicate promptly and routinely with the Commissioner’s Office and external stakeholders at an executive level on any matters relevant to the buildings portfolio (ex: major weather events, major issues with building systems, etc.)
  • Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws.
  • Oversee the execution of building space allocation and layout, tenant requests, and facility expansions.
  • Provide professional expertise and senior guidance for the planning, design, and implementation of any construction and/or renovation projects within the 56 City-owned office and court buildings.
  • Work closely with senior leadership at DDC to help trouble-shoot any high-level capacity or funding shortfalls for capital construction projects in the 56 buildings.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership on agency goals, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.
  • Monitor project performance to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within scope, and within budget.
  • Establish and maintain operational policies, procedures, and performance metrics.
  • Drive accountability and continuous improvement throughout the Line of Service.
  • Identify operational risks and implement proactive solutions.

To Apply

Please go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID # 782381.

For current City employees please go to www.nyc.gov/ess and log into Employee Self Service.

NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED.

NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

EXECUTIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST ( - 13391

Minimum Qualifications

This is a title in the Exempt Class

Preferred Skills

  • The candidate should possess excellent managerial ability, including significant experience in facilities management construction management extensive knowledge of asset and resource management outstanding written and oral communication skills. - Skilled in organizational development, personnel management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning. - Flexible and able to multitask can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions demonstrate resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems. - Candidates should also have in-depth knowledge of NYC government, particularly as to the City’s real estate assets and their management.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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