Director of Engineering

Marriott • Denver, CO

4d • $133,000 - $177,000

About The Position

The Director of Engineering oversees property maintenance and is responsible for the building, grounds, and physical plant, with particular attention to safety, security, and asset protection. The role manages budgets, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance, energy conservation, and compliance with standards and regulatory requirements. The Director develops and implements strategies that meet or exceed guest and employee needs while maximizing financial performance, and leads the emergency response team for facility issues.

The position manages engineering operations, budgets, service contracts, physical plant systems, construction projects, life-safety systems, and long-term asset protection plans. It also oversees profitability, payroll and controllable expenses, and conducts human resources activities that support fair treatment, employee communication, recognition, and timely resolution of concerns.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED plus 6 years of experience in engineering and maintenance or a related professional area, and technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing; or
• A 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or a related major, plus 4 years of experience in engineering and maintenance or a related professional area, and technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the building, grounds, physical plant, equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, and electrical systems in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Develop and manage the Engineering operating strategy and budget in alignment with the property or brand business strategy.
• Review financial reports, operating statements, budget worksheets, and payroll progress reports; assess performance against budget and address areas of concern.
• Manage controllable expenses, including wages, utilities, tools and equipment, groundskeeping supplies, uniforms, vendors, service agreements, and inventory.
• Administer service contracts and manage heat, light, and power.
• Oversee long-term preventative maintenance and 10-year asset protection plans.
• Supervise construction to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget guidelines.
• Participate in capital expenditure planning and manage projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance with state, local, and federal regulations and maintain current building and equipment licenses, permits, and certifications.
• Maintain property life-safety systems, including firefighting equipment, sprinklers, and alarms; ensure the fire crew understands procedures and equipment.
• Lead the emergency response team for facility issues.
• Ensure departmental goals are integrated into plans and communicate goals consistently to produce desired results.
• Prepare weekly and period-end profit and loss critiques and educate staff on the department's impact on property financial goals.
• Ensure employees are treated fairly and consistently, and that disciplinary procedures and documentation follow applicable operating procedures.
• Use employee feedback and an open-door policy to identify and address employee concerns; recognize team contributions and bring issues to Human Resources as needed.
• Resolve guest problems and complaints.
• Ensure regular communication throughout engineering operations about daily activities, expectations, and business objectives.

Benefits

• A wide range of benefits designed to support employees and their families, enrich wellbeing, empower careers, and support new adventures; eligibility and options may vary by employment status, position, and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED