Director of Engineering

Marriott Vacations Worldwide•Kaanapali, HI

21d•$145,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The Director of Engineering leads engineering operations at the property, managing its physical plant, maintenance standards, budgets, profitability, projects, and team. The role works with property and regional engineering leadership to assess performance against budget, develop an operating strategy aligned with the property or brand’s business strategy, and communicate departmental goals. It oversees equipment and building systems, service contracts, safety systems, regulatory compliance, preventative maintenance, and construction projects. The Director also manages departmental expenses and payroll, supports employee development and fair treatment, and addresses guest problems and complaints. A valid driver's license may be required, with at least one year of clean driving history. Relocation assistance is available. Candidates must meet one of these education and experience paths: a high school diploma or GED, six years of experience in engineering and maintenance or a related professional area, and technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing; or a two-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or a related major, four years of relevant experience, and technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED plus six years of experience in engineering and maintenance or a related professional area, and technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing; OR a two-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or a related major, plus four years of relevant experience and technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing.
A valid driver's license may be required, with at least one year of clean driving history.

Responsibilities

Work with property and regional engineering leadership to assess performance against budget and highlight concerns to leadership.
Manage the physical plant, including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, and electrical systems, in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
Administer service contracts to support property needs.
Ensure the fire crew understands procedures, equipment, and alarms.
Coach and support engineering leadership in managing controllable expenses.
Manage and control heat, light, and power.
Develop an engineering operating strategy aligned with the property or brand’s business strategy.
Develop and manage the Engineering budget and integrate departmental goals into game plans.
Oversee long-term preventative maintenance and 10-year asset protection plans.
Review financial reports and statements, identify concerns, and proactively propose solutions to owners.
Communicate departmental goals clearly and consistently.
Supervise construction to ensure timely completion within budget guidelines.
Ensure compliance with state, local, and federal regulations.
Maintain property life safety systems, including firefighting equipment, sprinkler systems, and alarm systems.
Keep building and equipment licenses, permits, and certifications current.
Ensure property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
Manage operations to budget by reviewing operating statements, budget worksheets, and payroll progress reports.
Monitor and manage the payroll function and controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budget goals.
Participate in developing capital expenditure goals, manage projects as needed, and participate in budgeting for areas of responsibility.
Prepare weekly and period-end P&L critiques.
Understand and communicate the department’s impact on overall property financial goals.
Ensure employees are treated fairly and equitably.
Ensure disciplinary procedures and documentation follow Standard and Local Operating Procedures and support the Peer Review Process.
Use employee feedback and an open-door policy to identify and address employee concerns promptly.
Recognize team members’ contributions publicly.
Resolve guest problems and complaints.
Bring issues to Human Resources as necessary.
Maintain regular communication across engineering operations about daily activities, expectations, and business objectives.