Director, Fire Life Safety

Tishman Speyer creates vibrant destinations and dynamic environments that inspire innovation and connected communities. As a diversified developer, operator, and investment manager of top-tier real estate in 33 markets across the globe, our business choices are driven by the belief that real estate should unlock human potential. Tishman Speyer’s diversified portfolio spans market rate and affordable residential communities, premier office properties and retail spaces, industrial facilities, and mixed-use campuses. We create state-of-the-art life science centers through our Breakthrough Properties joint venture, and foster innovation through our strategic proptech investments. By combining global perspective with local expertise, and a personalized approach, we are able to anticipate our customers’ evolving needs. We were the first real estate company to introduce asset-wide amenity services through our ZO platform, and the first traditional real estate company to create its own flexible space and coworking brand, Studio.

Since our founding in 1978, Tishman Speyer has acquired, developed, and operated 576 properties, totaling 233 million square feet, with a combined value of over $131 billion (U.S.). Tishman Speyer currently has approximately $65 billion in assets under management, including iconic properties such as New York City's Rockefeller Center, São Paulo's Torre Norte, The Springs in Shanghai, Paris Bourse in Paris and Frankfurt’s OpernTurm and TaunusTurm.

Summary of the Position:

Tishman Speyer is seeking a Director, Fire & Life Safety to support a Class-A office property in Midtown Manhattan. Reporting to the Chief Security Officer and regional Property Management leadership, this role is responsible for overseeing fire and life safety operations, ensuring compliance with FDNY codes, and maintaining the safety of tenants, visitors, and staff. The Director will supervise onsite life safety staff, oversee inspections and emergency protocols, manage training, and serve as primary liaison with FDNY and other emergency agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

· Oversee fire and life safety operations across the property, ensuring systems and equipment are fully functional.

· Supervise and develop Fire & Life Safety staff, including Fire Safety Directors and building evacuation supervisors.

· Respond to all fire alarms, medical emergencies, and building emergencies, coordinating with FDNY and other agencies as needed.

· Conduct regular inspections of fire command stations, emergency systems, and construction sites to ensure compliance with safety standards.

· Manage semi-annual fire drills, annual EAP drills, and ongoing training for security, engineering, and property management teams.

· Develop and implement emergency response plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

· Maintain all logs, records, and reports related to fire and life safety activities, drills, and incidents.

· Ensure compliance with FDNY Certificates of Fitness requirements and coordinate testing and renewals.

· Liaise with property management and engineering teams to address safety concerns, FDNY violations, and vendor coordination for inspections and testing

Skills & Qualifications:

· Minimum 7–10 years of experience in fire and life safety operations, preferably within a Class-A office or campus-style property.

· Proven leadership experience supervising Fire & Life Safety staff and programs.

· Strong knowledge of FDNY fire codes, NFPA standards, and NYC building safety regulations.

· Excellent communication skills, with ability to deliver clear instructions during emergencies.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

· Crisis management and emergency response experience.

· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Education & Certifications

· Bachelor’s degree preferred.

· Current FDNY Certificate of Fitness – Fire Life Safety Director (F-89) required.

· Additional FDNY CoF (F-01, F-03, F-04, F-40) required or ability to obtain.

· BLS, CPR, AED certification preferred

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to walk, climb stairs, bend, lift, and respond quickly during emergencies.

· Must be able to lift and re-hang 20-pound fire extinguishers and fire hoses.

· Comfortable working in both interior and exterior environments, including extreme temperatures.

The total compensation range for this role is $140,000 to $160,000. This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, as well as access to our comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan (with matching contributions), wellness benefits and all other benefits afforded to full-time Tishman Speyer employees. This base range reflects a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skill sets, and/or licensure required of an individual in this particular role. The base range is also specific to members of Tishman Speyer’s California team, as we’ve considered factors specific to this geography.

Tishman Speyer is deeply committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce which promotes different views and perspectives. We expect our leaders and employees alike to champion diversity and inclusion practices. Tishman Speyer has several employee affinity and interest groups that provide employees opportunities to develop professional relationships across the business and identify opportunities for development and advancement.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and treat all applicants for employment equally based upon job-related qualifications and without regards to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Tishman Speyer is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status or military status, or any other category protected under applicable law. Tishman Speyer is committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment and advancement of minorities, women, persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

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