IHG

Chief Engineer

IHG • $70K — $95K *
Orangeburg, SC 29115In-Person
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or engineering-related degree preferred.
  • Several years of hotel engineering, facilities management, or maintenance experience.
  • Prior supervisory or management experience.
  • Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
  • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and emergency call-outs.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations of the engineering and maintenance department.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for hotel facilities.
  • Supervise, train, and schedule maintenance technicians.
  • Ensure proper operation of HVAC and other building systems.
  • Conduct regular inspections of guest areas and facilities.
  • Coordinate repairs and capital improvement projects.
  • Monitor energy consumption and implement cost-saving initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to impact guest satisfaction through quality maintenance.
  • Dynamic work environment in the hospitality industry.
  • Potential for career advancement in a reputable hotel chain.
  • Work with a dedicated team of maintenance professionals.
  • Engagement in compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day operations of the engineering and maintenance department.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for hotel equipment and facilities.
  • Supervise, train, and schedule maintenance technicians and engineering staff.
  • Ensure the proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire safety, and building systems.
  • Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities.
  • Coordinate repairs, renovations, and capital improvement projects.
  • Monitor energy consumption and implement cost-saving initiatives.
  • Maintain compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and hotel policies.
  • Respond to emergency maintenance situations and minimize operational disruptions.
  • Manage departmental budgets, inventory, vendor relationships, and contractor services.
  • Support guest satisfaction by ensuring facilities remain safe, comfortable, and well-maintained.
  • Willing to be "on-call" and must respond to any calls within 30 minutes.
Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or engineering-related degree preferred.
  • Several years of hotel engineering, facilities management, or maintenance experience.
  • Prior supervisory or management experience.
  • Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
  • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs.

About IHG

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is a British multinational hospitality company that operates a portfolio of hotel brands, including InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. The company was founded in 2003 as a result of the merger between British hotel company Six Continents and the hotel and restaurant business of the American conglomerate Bass. IHG is headquartered in Denham, England, and has operations in more than 100 countries. The company's brands cater to a range of travelers, from budget-conscious to luxury-seeking.
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Size
40,000 employees
Industry
Hospitality & Recreation
* Ladders Estimates

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