Director of Engineering

Opal Grand Resort•Delray Beach, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Complete responsibility for maintaining the hotel's appearance, equipment and systems, including physical building structure, mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and related equipment to ensure they are in top form. This position entails active management in the supervision of all work and repairs being performed. This individual serves on the hotel executive committee as well as the Manager on Duty program. The Chief Engineer is expected to have direct involvement with guest and team members. This is a position requiring direct guest and team focus. The core job Duties & Responsibilities of the Director of Engineering include but are not limited to: Conducts walk-through and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure(s) of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, H.V.A.C. systems and any other related equipment. Assigns and verifies completion of all preventative maintenance projects while adhering to brand standards. Ensure assets are maintained to achieve maximum useful life in terms of serviceability and appearance. Manage all renovation and special projects. Maintain fire standpipe, sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers throughout the facility to ensure proper working condition and fire protection in compliance with local fire codes Adheres to all Corporate required purchasing policies and controls, to include all outside contractor bids, budgets and schedules. Informs the GM and hotel department heads regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structure(s), related systems and equipment offering prudent, and cost-effective proposals for maintaining same. Ensure aggressive guest first approach among team members and provide a friendly, guest contact experience. Achieve the human resource goals for the Maintenance Department including hiring, orientation of new team members, training and development of team members as well as provide a professional and caring work environment. Maintain effective communication and feedback with team. Maintain a professional and ethical image for the Maintenance Department. Communicate effectively with city officials to ensure proper maintenance of permits and licenses. Lead the Safety and Security effort at the property. Provide needed input in development of and provide supervision of various projects. Key member and participant of the Hotel's Manager On Duty Program Collectively makes key strategic and operational decisions for the Resort. The Chief oversees a team of Engineering and Maintenance specialists responsible for all engineering operations for interior/exterior facilities including plumbing, refrigeration, heating/cooling, painting, carpentry, structural, recycling, electrical, ground care and parking areas. The Chief is also responsible for Life/Fire safety systems, energy/green initiative systems and management of other engineering work necessary to maintain the property in an efficient condition to ensure the safety and comfort of guests and employees.

Requirements

Previous Engineering Management experience required
Update and maintain engineering policies, procedures, work orders, etc.
Maintain preventive maintenance program
Skilled in the proper and safe use of all tools, equipment, materials, chemicals, and products relating to the department
Strong understanding in HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, etc.
Familiar with chemical treatments, control systems, water systems, boilers, refrigeration, compressors, etc.
Work closely with contractors on repair and capital projects
Considerable knowledge of OSHA standards and application for working with chemicals
Obtain competitive bids for all supplies and work orders
Make cost evaluations on in-house repairs versus subcontractors
Solid project management skills
Strong work/ethic
Adaptability and flexibility
Leadership skills
Instill a guest service attitude in all employees
Ability to clearly and concisely present technical subjects
Strong ability to understand and manage expenses
Strong ability to ensure department efficiency
Demonstrate team building experience
Demonstrate ability to lead by example
Participative management style
Use a "hands-on" approach to management
Experience communicating, training, and managing multi-lingual staffs
Experience training and cross-training employees
Experience training and developing employees with limited education/experience
Five years’ previous management experience in hotel or building engineering maintenance
Strong technical skills
Excellent time management skills
Strong organizational skills
Good knowledge of computers
Strong customer service orientation and skills
Exceptional detail in follow-up
Excellent cost control skills
Solid scheduling experience
Follow/enforce company policies and procedures
Assume responsibility/accountability
Understand security requirements
Create courteous, friendly, professional work environment
Provide overall direction, coordination, and ongoing evaluation of operations
Creative problem solving skills
Understand basic asset management

Nice To Haves

EPA and CPO Certified a Plus
Qualifications are required either a Professional degree in an Engineering discipline, trade degree in a specific technical field relating to Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering) or CEOE – Certified Engineering Operations Executive from the Hotel and motel Hospitality Association

Responsibilities

Maintaining the hotel's appearance, equipment and systems
Supervision of all work and repairs being performed
Serving on the hotel executive committee
Manager on Duty program
Direct involvement with guest and team members
Conducts walk-through and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure(s) of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, H.V.A.C. systems and any other related equipment
Assigns and verifies completion of all preventative maintenance projects while adhering to brand standards
Ensure assets are maintained to achieve maximum useful life in terms of serviceability and appearance
Manage all renovation and special projects
Maintain fire standpipe, sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers throughout the facility to ensure proper working condition and fire protection in compliance with local fire codes
Adheres to all Corporate required purchasing policies and controls, to include all outside contractor bids, budgets and schedules
Informs the GM and hotel department heads regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structure(s), related systems and equipment offering prudent, and cost-effective proposals for maintaining same
Ensure aggressive guest first approach among team members and provide a friendly, guest contact experience
Achieve the human resource goals for the Maintenance Department including hiring, orientation of new team members, training and development of team members as well as provide a professional and caring work environment
Maintain effective communication and feedback with team
Maintain a professional and ethical image for the Maintenance Department
Communicate effectively with city officials to ensure proper maintenance of permits and licenses
Lead the Safety and Security effort at the property
Provide needed input in development of and provide supervision of various projects
Key member and participant of the Hotel's Manager On Duty Program
Collectively makes key strategic and operational decisions for the Resort
Oversees a team of Engineering and Maintenance specialists responsible for all engineering operations for interior/exterior facilities including plumbing, refrigeration, heating/cooling, painting, carpentry, structural, recycling, electrical, ground care and parking areas
Responsible for Life/Fire safety systems, energy/green initiative systems and management of other engineering work necessary to maintain the property in an efficient condition to ensure the safety and comfort of guests and employees