JOB TITLE: Corporate Director of EngineeringREPORTS TO: Director of Construction and Facilities ManagementAs a result of our continued growth and success we are in search of a Corporate Director of Engineering for a promising new opportunity. The Corporate Director of Engineering will be responsible for all long-term planning and preventative maintenance within our expanding hotel portfolio. This position will require extensive travel to our properties.
The ideal candidate must have experience managing large, complex hospitality/commercial facilities and a demonstrated track record of managing consistent, cost-effective maintenance programs that minimize emergency spending and property down time.
RESPONSIBILITIES:In this new role the Corporate Director of Engineering will:
- Develop, implement and manage effective preventative maintenance programs throughout the portfolio.
- Establish and monitor maintenance and repair i.e., equipment infrastructure, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevator and safety systems, cooling systems, water and water treatment systems, boiler and pressure vessels, and life safety systems.
- Work with Corporate and General Manager's (GM's) to assist in the negotiation of maintenance contracts for the hotels, grounds and all equipment.
- Review contracts and negotiate revisions and/or additions to contractual agreements with contractors and subcontractors, vendors, consultants and clients.
- Supervise the preparation of projects and related duties such as estimates, drawings, designs, scheduling, cost summaries, equipment and material specifications as directed by the Director of Construction.
- Conduct routine inspections and walk thru's of each property to ensure compliance with standards.
- Recruit, train and supervise maintenance staff and contracted services as needed.
- Implement and supervise Safety Committees and Risk Management Committees.
- Ensure compliance with applicable local ordinances and Brand standards.
- Work with the Director of Construction on the development of budgets and strategies for major capital projects
- Develop and maintain effective Energy Management programs throughout the portfolio to assist in cost reduction.
- Ensure all OSHA safety and training programs are implemented and maintained throughout the portfolio in accordance with local and federal standards.
- Effectively communicate pertinent information concerning the status and condition of equipment, purchasing, preventative maintenance programs, repairs and all other critical engineering/maintenance information to those at both the property and corporate level.
- Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines.
- Assist Director of Construction as required in the execution, operation and completion of existing and future Capital Renovation projects.
Qualifications:- 10+ years of experience in a Management-level role.
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred but not required.
- Previous experience in a Facilities role/setting.
- Knowledge of all regulations and safety standards including but not limited to OSHA, ADA, EPA, CFC, and NFPA. MSDS.
- Extensive knowledge of building trades, electrical, mechanical, HVAC etc.
- Knowledge of plumbing and general building practices.
- Solid project management skills.
- Great interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Strong attention to detail.
- Highly organized.
- Self-motivated to take charge and assume responsibility.
- Ideally experienced in the hospitality industry.
- Strong leadership, organization, and negotiation skills.
- All candidates must be prepared to travel domestically, as necessary.
