At the heart of Lower Manhattan, the Oculus at the World Trade Center stands as both a transportation hub and an architectural icon. Managed by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, the property supports a vast network of retail and transit systems under its soaring, winged structure. In early 2024, T.M. Bier & Associates (TMBA) was selected to take over BMS service operations for the Oculus.

Dave Hartney has been with T.M. Bier & Associates since May 15, 2000, but his roots in the HVAC world go even further back. Growing up in a family full of HVAC professionals, it was almost inevitable he’d land in the same industry. At his father’s suggestion, Dave pursued building automation—something that required more problem-solving and less physical strain—and never looked back. He started his career running conduit, pulling wire, and hanging panels as a technician’s helper. Over time, his curiosity, drive, and commitment to quality helped him rise through the ranks, eventually becoming Install Team Manager.

Located at 825 Eighth Avenue in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, One Worldwide Plaza is a 50-story, 778-foot-tall commercial office tower completed in 1989. Known for its distinctive pyramid-shaped roof and postmodern architecture, the building remains a key fixture in New York City’s skyline. In 2023, T.M. Bier & Associates (TMBA) was selected to lead a full retrofit of the building’s antiquated Johnson Controls BMS, replacing it with a modern Distech Niagara system.

As a Sales Engineer at T.M. Bier & Associates, Jeffrey Florek thrives in a role where no two days are ever the same. From managing large retrofit bids to supporting key accounts like Rockefeller Center and Estée Lauder, Jeff balances technical expertise with the dynamic demands of the sales world. “A typical day doesn’t really exist in this job,” he admits. Between developing proposals, meeting with customers, handling change orders, and fielding countless emails, Jeff has learned to navigate a fast-paced environment where adaptability is key.

T.M. Bier & Associates (TMBA), a trusted leader in building management systems and an EcoXpert Partner with Schneider Electric, is currently undertaking a significant controls retrofit project at Mount Sinai Hospital’s Annenberg Building. The project replaces outdated controllers with next-generation Schneider Electric controllers to ensure the facility’s operations remain reliable and efficient.

Discover how Pasquale Scutifero, Software Engineering Team Supervisor & Cybersecurity Administrator at T.M. Bier & Associates, leads with expertise, innovation, and a dedication to client success in the building management systems industry.