Chief Engineer

Bay View Resort•Myrtle Beach, SC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer oversees the planning, organization, and development of the maintenance department, including the management of the grounds-keeping team. This role is responsible for coordinating preventive maintenance programs, managing renovation bids, and overseeing the department’s financial operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with organizational standards.

Requirements

Prior experience leading and developing a maintenance team required
Strong knowledge of building maintenance systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general repairs) preferred
CPO certification and pool maintenance experience
Background in hospitality or condotel environments
Strong multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Self-motivated with a high sense of responsibility and initiative
Proficiency with general office PC applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, databases)
Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
Committed to delivering exceptional guest service and fostering team collaboration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to confidently interact with guests, team members, leadership, and homeowners.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of building maintenance systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general repairs)

Responsibilities

Lead, schedule, and inspect daily maintenance and grounds operations to ensure high standards in guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house
Hire, train, coach, and manage maintenance and grounds staff in compliance with company, state, and federal regulations
Conduct performance reviews and motivate the team to meet departmental goals
Develop and oversee maintenance programs for facilities, equipment, landscaping, and emergency procedures
Manage department finances, including budgets, inventory, labor, and supply costs
Coordinate renovation projects—scope, budget, contractor oversight, and quality assurance
Act as liaison for special projects, handling subcontractor communication and invoicing
Monitor service-related metrics, such as guest satisfaction and TripAdvisor reviews
Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety standards
Delegate tasks with consistent follow-up and documentation
Respond to and log maintenance requests from staff and guests
Collaborate with homeowner services as needed
Other duties as assigned