Engineering Manager

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts • Brookside, DE

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Dominican Republic at Tropicalia is seeking an Engineering Manager to join their pre-opening team in Miches. This role supports the opening and ongoing operation of the resort by leading daily engineering activities, maintaining the highest standards of safety and functionality, and ensuring all building systems, equipment, guest areas, and back-of-house facilities operate efficiently and reliably. The Engineering Manager reports to the Director of Engineering.

Requirements

• Degree, technical diploma or professional certification in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Industrial Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of three to five years of progressive engineering or facilities-management experience, preferably within a luxury hotel, resort or complex property environment.
• Previous supervisory or management experience, with demonstrated ability to lead and develop a technical team.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and life-safety systems, as well as preventive-maintenance and work-order management programs.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Spanish is required.
• Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the Dominican Republic or able to meet the applicable immigration and work-permit requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of English is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Engineering in managing the daily activities of the Engineering team and coordinating departmental priorities.
• Participate in pre-opening activities, including inspections, testing, commissioning, snagging and operational handover of building systems and equipment.
• Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance programs for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, life-safety and other property systems.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, residences, public areas, back-of-house spaces, plant rooms and equipment to identify maintenance needs and ensure Four Seasons standards are consistently met.
• Assign, monitor and follow up on work orders, ensuring that repairs and maintenance requests are completed safely, efficiently and within established timelines.
• Assist with recruiting, training, scheduling, coaching and evaluating Engineering employees while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous development.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, suppliers and service providers, ensuring that all work complies with contractual requirements, safety standards and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, preventive maintenance, inventories, equipment warranties, technical documentation and statutory certifications.
• Support departmental budgeting, purchasing, inventory control and energy-conservation initiatives while ensuring responsible use of resources.
• Respond promptly to equipment failures and operational emergencies and participate in the property’s emergency-response and fire-life-safety programs.
• Collaborate with other departments to minimize operational disruption and deliver a safe, comfortable and exceptional experience for guests, residents and employees.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent training and professional-development opportunities.
• Opportunities for career growth within Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
• Employee travel program, including complimentary and discounted stays at Four Seasons properties worldwide, subject to program eligibility.
• Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms.
• Complimentary employee meals while on duty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree