Assistant Vice President, On-Site Energy Management, Brooklyn Army Terminal

About this role

Our Vision : To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses. 

Our Mission : Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

NYCEDC’s Asset Management division oversees the strategy and stewardship of a diverse portfolio of conventional and non-traditional assets across all five boroughs. This portfolio includes commercial real estate, transportation and port assets, critical infrastructure, energy assets, public markets, and industrial campuses. As a mission-driven organization, NYCEDC evaluates asset performance not only through economic returns, but also through broader public benefits, including job creation, equitable neighborhood growth, and long-term community value. The division organizes its assets across multiple portfolios to support effective planning, operations, investment, and performance management.

Position Overview: The On-Site Energy Manager ( OsEM ) sit s within Asset Management’s Energy Team , which oversees the development and execution of NYCEDC’s portfolio-wide strategy. The OsEM will lead energy management and decarbonization efforts at the Brooklyn Army Terminal (BAT)—a n almost 4.5 million sq ft industrial campus managed by NYCEDC. The OsEM will work on-site to identify , analyze, and implement energy, water, and process improvements , emphasizing smart systems, digital optimization, and strategic planning . This position bridges technical energy analysis with operational strategy, developing projects that reduce energy use intensity, lower peak demand, improve resiliency, and support long-term compliance with New York City’s decarbonization mandates (LL84, LL87, LL97) and State Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Energy Management and Analysis

• Develop and execute a comprehensive data-driven energy management plan for BAT, including measurable targets for energy savings, demand reduction, and emissions mitigation, by developing and improving upon current data sources and platforms for informed decision-making.

• Benchmark building performance, identify trends, and predict savings opportunities through data visualization.

• Track and report progress toward annual savings goals , targeting minimum 1% reduction in annual energy use .

Project Development and Implementation

• Identify and deliver advanced energy projects , including demand-response enablement, networked lighting, and digital-twin performance monitoring.

• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders, including the New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA), utilities, and consultants to align on project implementation and incentive opportunities.

• Support integration of distributed energy resources, including solar PV, battery energy storage, electric vehicle charging, and thermal energy network infrastructure.

Operational and Behavioral Optimization

• Develop dashboards and performance reports for building operators and tenants.

• Train staff on data-driven energy optimization and champion tenant engagement programs to drive behavioral efficiency and awareness.

Reporting and Coordination

• Maintain detailed documentation of all OsEM activities, energy analyses, and implemented measures per NYSERDA requirements.

• Provide quarterly and annual reports to NYCEDC and NYSERDA summarizing activities, cost savings, and emissions reductions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, data science, sustainability, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in facility energy management, industrial energy systems, or building performance.

• Demonstrated success implementing energy conservation measures and managing utility data for large, complex facilities.

• Proven e xperience with building automation systems, metering, and energy-data platforms.

• Effective written and verbal communication with demonstrated ability to engage tenants and present data-driven findings to diverse audiences.

• Proficient in data analysis and quantitative methods; experience with coding and dashboarding tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently and meet deadlines.

• New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related field.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or Certified Energy Auditor (CEA).

• Working knowledge of Con Edison tariffs, NYSERDA incentive programs, and Local Laws 84/87/97 compliance.

• Demo nstrated e xperience developing or managing distributed energy projects (solar, BESS, EV charging).

• Proficient in energy benchmarking and modeling tools (Energy Star Portfolio Manager, eQuest, EnergyPlus, TRACE, IES, HAP) and Measurement & Verification protocols.

Salary Range $115,000 — $118,000 USD

About Us :  New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy .

N YCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance . We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

• Generous employer subsidized health insurance

• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

• Vision and hearing benefits

• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care

• Short term and long-term disability coverage

• 100% em

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