Director of Engineering

Trump International Hotel and Tower Chicago

$90K — $120K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in luxury environments, including 3+ years in leadership roles
  • Expertise in HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proven team management and motivational skills
  • Timely follow-up on various projects is essential
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
  • Familiarity with OSHA and NYC building regulations

Responsibilities

  • Maintain daily operations and physical conditions of the hotel and tower
  • Lead the Engineering and Security Team, including hiring and training
  • Oversee maintenance and operations of physical systems, including HVAC and plumbing
  • Collaborate with other departments to resolve maintenance issues
  • Ensure compliance with local laws and life safety regulations

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays
Full Job Description
Director of Engineering Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Daily maintenance and physical plant operations, monitoring the condition of the hotel and tower to ensure the highest standards of guest and resident satisfaction. Management of the Engineering and Security Team, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving issues. Supervise, develop, and maintain ongoing maintenance, and daily operations for the hotel and tower, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, life safety, preventive maintenance of hotel rooms and common areas, air/heating units, swimming pool, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, switch rooms, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc. Works closely with other departments (i.e., Front Office, Housekeeping, and Security Departments on maintenance and repair issues) to ensure a high level of internal and external customer satisfaction. Understands government regulations affecting the hotel's operations, ensuring the hotel and tower are operated in compliance with all applicable local laws, life safety regulations, and requirements of any federal, state, or municipal authority. Qualifications • 5+ years of experience in a luxury environment with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership capacity • Must have HVAC, electrical, and mechanical experience • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Ability to communicate, direct, manage, and motivate a team. • Will be required to have effective and timely follow-up on projects • Ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines • Working knowledge of OSHA, State, and NYC building requirements • Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays Salary:$ 90,000 - 120,000

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