Chief Operating Officer, Facilities Management & Construction

About the role

The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) is seeking a strategic Chief Operating Officer to lead its Facilities Management & Construction (FMC) division. The COO will oversee day‑to‑day operations of 55 city‑owned buildings, ensuring safe, clean, and energy‑efficient environments for tenants while driving performance and efficiency across all operational units.

Key responsibilities

• Direct oversight of FMC operational units, including Tenant Relations, Mechanical Maintenance, Fire & Life Safety, Budget, Contract Administration, and Procurement.
• Collaborate with Building Services and Construction Services to achieve long‑term renovation and rehabilitation goals.
• Develop, design, and continuously improve systems that deliver FMC services.
• Lead workforce development, financial performance monitoring, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with city regulations and sustainability objectives, including carbon‑reduction targets.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in senior operations leadership, preferably within facilities management, construction, or large‑scale public‑sector environments.
• Proven ability to manage complex budgets and large procurement portfolios.
• Strong track record of driving operational efficiency and implementing process improvements.
• Excellent communication skills to work with executive leadership, staff, and external partners.

Required skills

• Operational management
• Facilities maintenance and engineering
• Fire and life‑safety systems oversight
• Budgeting and financial analysis
• Contract administration and procurement

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact the daily operations of New York City’s most iconic public buildings.
• Leadership role within a mission‑driven city agency focused on equity, effectiveness, and sustainability.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.