DeSimone Consulting Engineering · 3 days ago
Director of Elevator Witnessing & Testing - New York, NY
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $215K/yr
5+ years expDeSimone Consulting Engineering is a firm that focuses on innovative engineering solutions and excellence in structural design. They are seeking a Director of Elevator Witnessing & Testing to lead the development of their elevator witnessing and testing practice, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
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Responsibilities
Serve as Director in Responsible Charge under NYC DOB rules
Register and maintain the elevator agency in DOB NOW
Oversee CAT 1, CAT 3, and CAT 5 witnessing and periodic inspections
Review, approve, and sign all inspection and testing reports prior to DOB submission
Ensure compliance with DOB notification deadlines and defect correction requirements
Develop and implement SOPs, QAQC protocols, and documentation standards
Supervise licensed elevator inspectors
Collaborate with owners, contractors, and DOB representatives as needed
Support DeSimone’s VT consulting practice while maintaining regulatory separation
Qualification
Required
Active NYC DOB Elevator Agency Director License
QEI - Qualified Elevator Inspector certification (must have license, requires annual renewal and ability to meet renewal requirements)
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification
Eligible to act as Director in Responsible Charge for a DOB-registered elevator agency
Practical application experience in elevator modernization and maintenance
No degree required; High School Diploma or GED equivalent accepted
Extensive knowledge of NYC DOB elevator codes and compliance requirements
Strong documentation and QAQC management skills
Ability to manage DOB audits, enforcement actions, and corrective orders
Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Proven leadership in elevator inspection, testing, or witnessing within NYC
Strong knowledge of DOB regulations, compliance management, and documentation standards
Ability to build and manage a team while ensuring operational excellence
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred
Previous leadership role at a DOB-approved elevator inspection or testing agency
Strong compliance and regulatory expertise
Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
Benefits
Generous sign on bonus!
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Opportunities to make an impact - both in your career and in the community
Company
DeSimone Consulting Engineering
Founded in New York City in 1969, DeSimone provides structural engineering, façade and building envelope consulting, vertical transportation consulting, forensics, detailing, fabrication-ready modeling (FRM), project controls, dispute resolution, and expert witness services across building types.
501-1000 employees
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