Assistant Director of Engineering

IHMS LLC.•New York, NY

28d•$95,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Engineering plays a crucial role in overseeing the entire Engineering and Maintenance operation for a large hotel and its associated Co-Ops. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership capabilities to direct, lead, train, and support all Engineering Department Associates. The role involves hands-on involvement in mechanical and technical functions, managing extensive renovations, maintaining vendor relationships, budgeting, and project management within a fast-paced luxury hotel environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-4 years of experience as an Assistant Director of Engineering in a large hotel environment, preferably luxury properties.
New York City experience is required.
Ability to demonstrate strategic thinking and planning in overseeing the entire Engineering and Maintenance operation.
Ability to direct, lead, train, and support all Engineering Department Associates.
Prior experience handling extensive renovations.
Prior experience maintaining business contacts with all vendors.
Prior experience with budgeting.
Prior experience preparing Purchase Orders.
Demonstrating technical and mechanical oversight of large plants/properties.
Prior experience obtaining multiple quotations.
Prior experience with project management.
Exceptional organizational, administrative, and time management skills.
Ability to calculate and work with numbers.
Sprinkler license required.
Gravity Tank license required.
New York City Fire Safety Director license required.
Standpipe license required.
Hands-on knowledge of all mechanical/technical functions.
Strong computer literacy, especially with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to prepare and make presentations to diverse audiences, including Corporate Office.
Demonstrate strong understanding of working in a diverse and fast-paced luxury hotel environment.
Ability to team build in such a work environment.
Exceptional, clear communication skills, verbal and written.
Ability to provide all services needed and mandated by the Co-Ops, Internal and External Guests.
Ability to directly liaise with the Co-Ops and their representatives.
Ability to bend, reach, crouch.
Ability to lift items up to 70 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to work and maneuver in close quarters.
Ability to withstand heat and cold temperatures related to the job function.

Responsibilities

Assist in hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and directing all aspects of the Operations’ Associates within the Department.
Support and direct all subordinates within the Engineering Department.
Handle, direct, and participate in any Hotel emergency.
Ensure that employee performance management processes are carefully prepared and delivered.
Plan and execute effective preventive maintenance schedules for the Hotel.
Plan and implement procedures, systems, and controls to ensure efficient maintenance procedures are carried out.
Directly supervise staff in carrying out work schedules and spot-check to verify quality and employee performance.
Maintain proper inventories required for the building and Associates.
Maintain par stocks and the distribution of items.
Ensure timely and accurate sub meter, chemical treatment, and engine room logs.
Handle the purchasing of equipment replacement parts and repairs, including contacting vendors for best prices, writing purchase orders, receiving goods, and completing projects.
Ensure that the work order/request system is properly executed and that items from the logbook are followed up on.
Assist in developing and updating comprehensive departmental policies and manuals.
Ensure that all meter readings on heat, light, and power are taken daily and reviewed for consumption.
Assist in compiling a monthly consumption report on heat, light, and power, including electricity, gas, steam, and water.
Set up fire line safety systems, valve locations, and other emergency procedures involving the department.
Ensure effective communication and good relations between the maintenance department and other hotel departments.
Prepare and follow through on any projects as outlined by senior management.
Ensure all areas of the hotel are patrolled and inspected on a regular basis.
Ensure all maintenance staff are in uniform and well-groomed.
Ensure timely completion of all assigned responsibilities.
Assist in developing and maintaining an energy conservation program to meet annual budget targets.
Prepare/review requisitions for purchase and work orders and liaise efficiently with the Director of Engineering.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner that reflects the high standards of the hotel and encourage staff to do the same.
Maintain a good working relationship with other employees, providing instruction and encouragement as needed.
Ensure a clean, neat, and organized work area.
Attend and participate in all required meetings.
Respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety situation.
Perform other tasks or projects assigned by hotel management and staff.