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Syska Hennessy Group

Global MEP engineering and commissioning services

BMS Control System/Smart Building Engineer

Full-Time
$116.6k - $169.9k+ Professional development incentive bonuses + Transit/parking employer stipend
Senior, Expert
Bachelor's
New York, NY, USA
Hybrid½ day work from home on Fridays; travel to sites throughout the US may be required.
Electrical EngineeringControls & Automation Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering is preferred.
  • 8–12+ years of experience working in the HVAC controls industry as a consultant, contractor, or HVAC engineer with controls design responsibilities.
  • Thorough knowledge of HVAC and electrical instrumentation design and building control sequences of operations.
  • Knowledge of building IT infrastructure and a basic understanding of other low-voltage technologies, lighting control systems, and fire alarm systems.
  • Understanding of smart building technology convergence and low-voltage subsystem integration for IT and parallel OT network infrastructure design.
  • Knowledge of building analytical software platforms, rules, formulas, and dashboards to identify anomalies and energy conservation measures for specifying and designing smart commercial and industrial facilities.
  • Ability to oversee client efforts, understand owner/client business strategies and revenue goals, and anticipate challenges.
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Responsibilities
  • Build a staff, coordinate the execution of instrumentation and controls support activities, and maintain internal and external client satisfaction.
  • Manage assigned project team members as they prepare controls design drawings and integrated systems specifications for aviation, critical facilities, financial, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and other markets.
  • Prepare drawings and specifications, and perform system design calculations.
  • Select equipment for building systems and write reports.
  • Assist clients with vendor leveling, selection, and procurement of best-of-breed solutions.
  • Attend project meetings and interface with clients and contractors.
  • Interface with internal PICs, PMs, site leaders, and practice area leaders.
  • Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing project design teams.
  • Manage quality control and resource management.
  • Support business development activities and client relationship management.
  • Manage the finances of assigned projects.
  • Develop and maintain up-to-date BMS processes and standards.
  • Manage the performance of direct reports.
  • Collaborate with leadership on hiring activities.
  • Travel to sites throughout the United States as needed and interface with internal clients at other offices and client personnel at facilities.
Desired Qualifications
  • Recent industry publications, presentations, webinars, or trade publications are a plus.
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) registration is a plus but is not required.
  • Active involvement with ASHRAE, CABA, or other organizations is a plus.

About the company

Syska Hennessy Group is a global engineering firm offering a wide range of services in MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning. With more than 500 professionals across 18 offices, the firm works on projects of various sizes in markets such as commercial, healthcare, transportation, and mixed-use developments. Notable projects include the Lotte World Tower in Seoul and a fast-track 3D-printed building built in 17 days, illustrating the firm’s ability to tackle complex tasks. Revenue comes from project-based contracts, consulting fees, and ongoing service agreements, reflecting a mix of one-time and long-term work. The goal is to advance engineering practices and deliver high-quality, practical solutions that improve the built environment, guided by a client-focused approach.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1928

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What believers are saying

  • Syska opened Singapore on April 23, 2026, expanding its Asia client base.
  • Riyadh opened June 3, 2025, targeting fast-growing Saudi data-center demand.
  • April 23, 2026 promotions in four cities strengthen leadership depth and BIM execution.

What critics are saying

  • Elevate 2035 depends on internal execution; missed growth targets erode independence by 2035.
  • Riyadh and Singapore expansions increase fixed overhead before regional demand fully matures.
  • Data-center specialization concentrates exposure; hyperscale slowdowns would hit 2026 backlog hard.

What makes Syska Hennessy Group unique

  • Syska Hennessy remains management-owned, backing Elevate 2035 independence on May 13, 2026.
  • It spans MEP, ICT, commissioning, and vertical transportation across 21 offices worldwide.
  • Its sector mix includes hyperscale data centers, healthcare, aviation, and mission-critical engineering.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Individual and Dependent Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Paid Vacation
  • Transit/parking program

Company News

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Oct 21st, 2026
Syska Hennessy Group names principal in Chicago office.

Syska Hennessy Group names principal in Chicago office. October 21, 2026 Syska Hennessy Group, the international engineering firm, has promoted Clint Moreno to principal. He is based in the Chicago office. Mr. Moreno has 28 years of experience in the design and management of telecommunications and electrical systems. He specializes in technology infrastructure, including wireless, structured cabling, and network design, for corporate headquarters and critical facilities. His work in critical facilities encompasses several local data centers and projects for a multinational software client, all of which are confidential. A resident of Chicago, Mr. Moreno studied electrical engineering at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago and is a member of Building Industry Consulting Service International.

BridgeTower Media
Oct 20th, 2026
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Quindi Guiseppe | syska Hennessy. Syska Hennessy Group, the international engineering firm, has promoted Quindi Guiseppe, PE, CEM, LEED AP BD+C to associate principal in the firm's Hamilton office. Mr. Guiseppe has more than 27 years of experience leading the design of central utility plants and district energy systems for healthcare, higher education, aviation, research, and manufacturing facilities. Announce your new employees, promotions, board positions, community notes and leaders in your organization to NJBIZ's influential audience. The information in the Movers & Shakers section is provided by the submitter. YOUR NEWS. YOUR INBOX. NJBIZ poll. Does your business plan to expand its workforce in 2027?

Supreme Creative
Jul 3rd, 2026
Bringing engineering stories to life through digital publishing.

Bringing engineering stories to life through digital publishing. As part of its ongoing partnership with Syska Hennessy, Supreme Creative designed and developed the Summer 2026 edition of Connections - an interactive digital magazine created to engage employees, clients and industry partners around the world. Created in Foleon the publication showcases the people, projects and ideas shaping the future of the built environment. It combines strong editorial design with an intuitive digital reading experience. Featuring landmark engineering projects, thought leadership, sustainability initiatives and company news, it transforms complex technical content into an engaging, accessible and visually compelling publication. The magazine forms part of a wider programme of brand communications delivered by Supreme Creative following its comprehensive refresh of the Syska Hennessy brand, helping to bring the firm's new visual identity to life across every digital touchpoint. At Supreme Creative, Supreme Creative Ltd create digital publications that do more than simply look good. Supreme Creative Ltd design engaging reading experiences that strengthen brand identity, improve accessibility and readability, and help organisations communicate their stories with greater clarity and impact. Explore the Summer 2026 edition of Connections here and get in touch if you'd like to discuss a similar project.

REJournals
Apr 24th, 2026
Syska Hennessy Group names associate partner in Chicago office.

Syska Hennessy Group names associate partner in Chicago office. April 24, 2026 Syska Hennessy Group, an international engineering firm, has promoted Paul Mazzoni to associate partner. He is based in the Chicago office. Mazzoni, who has more than 18 years of experience, is a senior BIM development supervisor. He leads firm-wide BIM initiatives, delivering workflows, tools, and training that drive efficient, high-impact project delivery. Mazzoni earned an Associate degree in computer drafting and design from ITT Technical Institute in Mount Prospect. He is an Autodesk(R) Revit(R) certified professional.

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Mar 30th, 2026
The airport sector seeks longevity, optimization over novelty.

The airport sector seeks longevity, optimization over novelty. In California, the Hollywood Burbank Airport's new state-of-the-art terminal will be fully electric - only the second airport in the U.S. to do so. Designed by Corgan, in association with CannonDesign and Syska Hennessy Group on the MEP side, the terminal will pursue LEED Gold certification, incorporating solar technology to supplement power generation, maintain thermal comfort, and reduce energy dependency. The new terminal is "inspired by old Hollywood glamour," says Brent Kelley, Managing Principal and Aviation Sector Leader at Corgan. "The facility will feature dramatic, sweeping lines with hints of art deco and Mid-Century design."