Director of Engineering

Avion Hospitality Employee Services LLC • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

The Director of Engineering functions as the strategic business leader of the hotel’s Engineering department, with overall responsibility for building, plant, grounds, and landscaping maintenance and protection, guest and associate satisfaction, and the department’s financial performance. The role oversees the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures engineering operations meet brand targets and customer needs while maximizing financial performance and associate satisfaction.

As an executive committee member, the Director develops and implements hotel-wide strategies to deliver products and services that meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customers and property associates. The position protects long-term assets and manages capital expenditures to maximize return on investment to the owner. It also leads engineering staff, projects, budgets, preventive maintenance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in energy management, sustainability, and life-safety systems.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in hospitality facilities management.
• Previous experience as a Chief Engineer or Director of Engineering in a large full-service property.
• Experience leading facilities, construction, and renovation projects.
• Certified Pool Operator, or able to obtain certification within six months.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills at the highest level.
• Proficiency with computers and word processing software, spreadsheets, email systems, property management systems, and project management systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and project documents.
• Knowledge of budgeting and cost control, building and maintenance automation, fire and life-safety systems, capital planning and administration, contract processes and standards, and vendor relationships.
• Experience with boilers and chillers.

Nice To Haves

• Licenses or certifications in a specific trade, such as HVACR or EPA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term engineering strategies aligned with company and property objectives.
• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a high-performing engineering team.
• Ensure technical excellence, safety compliance, and quality standards across engineering functions.
• Oversee engineering project planning, execution, and completion on time and within budget.
• Manage department budgets, labor, equipment, and other resources.
• Direct preventive maintenance programs to protect the asset and enhance reliability.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Front Desk, Food and Beverage, Sales, and other departments to ensure operational alignment.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and brand standards.
• Provide hands-on leadership, troubleshooting, and technical guidance as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement in energy management, sustainability, and life-safety systems.
• Oversee building, plant, grounds, and landscaping maintenance and protection.
• Manage capital expenditures and protect long-term assets.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for eligible employees and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid vacation and sick time, along with holidays.
• Access to hotel associate travel programs, including eligible Marriott team member rates and Avion Hospitality travel privileges, subject to program guidelines.
• Professional development, leadership training, and advancement opportunities within Avion Hospitality’s growing portfolio.
• A collaborative, supportive people-first culture built on Trust, Transparency, and Results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed