Assistant Director of Engineering

Davidson Hospitality Group

$80K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of engineering experience in a hotel or similar facility
  • 2-4 years of supervisory experience, leading teams of 3+ associates
  • Working knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Experience in preventive maintenance program development and management
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems
  • Familiarity with plumbing and fire/life safety systems
  • Expertise in HVAC systems, including chilled water systems and contractor oversight

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the daily operations of the engineering department
  • Monitor and control parts and labor expenditures
  • Help manage departmental budget and forecast expenses
  • Train staff on internal control procedures to ensure consistency
  • Support selection, training and development of department employees
  • Respond promptly to guest needs to ensure committed customer service
  • Implement hands-on leadership to effectively guide the team

Benefits

  • Multiple tiers of medical coverage
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • 24/7 Teledoc service
  • Free maintenance medications
  • Pet insurance
  • Hotel discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • 401K match
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking an experienced, driven, and hands-on Assistant Director of Engineering to support the daily operations of our engineering department in a premier downtown Nashville 30-story high-rise hotel. This role is ideal for a technically strong leader who is ready to grow into the next steps of their career.

The Assistant Director of Engineering is responsible for assisting in oversight of the hotel facility as well as monitoring and controlling parts and labor expenditures. Will assist in managing the department within budget, accurately forecast expenses and assist in preparing the annual department budget. Ensure department staff is trained in control procedures as outlined by Internal Audit, and that these procedures are consistently followed. Assist in selecting, training and developing employees to deliver committed customer service by soliciting and responding promptly to guest needs. This position will require a "hands-on" leadership approach at all times.

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of engineering experience in a hotel or comparable facilities environment
  • 2-4 years of supervisory experience, with proven success leading teams of 3+ associates (experience managing 6+ preferred)
  • Working knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Experience developing, implementing, and managing preventive maintenance programs
  • Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics across mechanical and electrical systems, with opportunities for continued growth
  • Plumbing systems, including pumps and pressure systems
  • Fire and life safety systems, including fire alarms and suppression systems
  • HVAC systems, including chilled water systems, and familiarity with Building Management Systems
  • Vendor coordination, contractor oversight.


Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
  • Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 24/7 Teledoc service
  • Free Maintenance Medications
  • Pet Insurance
  • Hotel Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
  • 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

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