Best Western

Director of Engineering

Best Western • $120K — $150K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in facilities management within hotels or related fields; or relevant degree with management experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; Stationary Engineer's license if mandated.
  • Proficiency in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and boiler operations is essential.
  • Capable of heavy lifting (up to 100 pounds occasionally) and long hours as needed.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with staff and guests.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and train engineering and security staff on customer service and operational procedures.
  • Create and manage staff schedules according to company standards.
  • Develop and manage the department budget, participating in financial reviews.
  • Maintain property with an effective preventative maintenance program for all hotel equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and legal regulations, monitoring emergency systems and equipment.

Benefits

  • Participation in company energy conservation programs.
  • Opportunities for training and development through required meetings and trainings.
  • Involvement in special projects and renovations for professional growth.
Full Job Description
Compensation Type

Yearly

Overview

The Director of Engineering & Security is responsible for all administrative, financial and operating aspects of the hotel as they directly relate to the engineering and security division. He/she is responsible for the safe and profitable operation of the hotel.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and train all Engineering & Security staff in Customer Service, Empowerment, Standard Operating Procedures and Loss Prevention Standards.
  • Create, approve and post all Engineering & Security staff schedules according to Highgate Hotel standards.
  • Create and adhere to annual budget for department.
  • Develop financial forecasts and actively participate in monthly profit/loss review meetings.
  • Develop and implement plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds and other assets in an acceptable state of repair.
  • Ensure the hotel is in compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
  • Create and implement a preventative maintenance program for all hotel equipment.
  • Ensure that all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per Highgate Hotel standards.
  • Ensure that room maintenance requests are handled in a prompt and courteous manner.
  • Follow up on all alarms immediately to determine the exact location and cause. Determine emergency status and report findings to Front Desk. Take immediate action as necessary.
  • Assist as necessary with special projects and renovations.
  • Actively participate in energy conservation programs.
  • Review all guest and meeting planner comment cards to ensure problems are identified and corrected in a timely manner.
  • Ensure compliance with the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Administer all vendor contracts controlled by the engineering department.
  • Support and participate in all Highgate Hotel programs.
  • Lead and participate in Highgate Hotel Safety Committee.


Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of progressive facilities management experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related management experience; or a 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related management experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Stationary Engineer's license if required by local code.
  • HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boiler operations and general maintenance skills required.
  • Long hours sometimes required.
  • Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and /or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Travel related to company business sometimes required.
  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
  • Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.
  • Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
  • Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.

About Best Western

Best Western International, Inc. is a hotel chain with over 4,700 hotels in over 100 countries. The chain, with its corporate headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona, operates 17 brands of hotels, each suited to different market segments. Best Western has a long history dating back to 1946 when it was founded by M.K. Guertin. The company has grown to become one of the largest hotel chains in the world. Best Western is known for its commitment to providing quality accommodations and exceptional customer service. The company has won numerous awards for its hotels and its loyalty program, Best Western Rewards.
Learn more about Best Western
Size
4,381 employees
Market Cap
$45.2 million
Industry
Hospitality & Recreation
Net Income
-$2 billion
5 Year Trend
+5.3%
Revenue
$31.8 billion
NASDAQ
BEST
* Ladders Estimates

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