Chief Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in a Facilities/Engineering Director or similar role for a hotel or condo facility with at least 400 units.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to manage a team and outside contractors.
• Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, kitchen equipment, laundry, life safety and security systems.
• Ability to develop and manage a budget.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Pre-opening experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of professionals, setting objectives, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures schedules of the team meet the needs of the building and are within budget guidelines.
• Oversee the physical aspects of the hotel, including the building, equipment, and grounds.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative and ongoing maintenance program for all facilities including lists of all equipment.
• Respond to all maintenance requests in a timely fashion and ensure that all work is completed to a high standard.
• Monitor and maintain the hotel's HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, kitchen equipment, life safety, laundry, and security systems to ensure they are functioning correctly.
• Manage outside contractors and vendors for specialized services, such as landscaping or pest control.
• Responsible for negotiating all contracts.
• Implement and maintain an energy management program to reduce utility costs and promote sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and health regulations and maintain records of all inspections and repairs.
• Develop and manage the annual budget for the Facilities department.
• Develop a sustainability program with the internal team and external vendors.
• Provide regular reports to General Manager on the status of all facilities.
• Ensures all related permits, testing, and legal documents are kept up to date.
• Administrative duties for the department include but are not limited to payroll, onboarding, hiring, scheduling, PTO approval, ordering supplies, maintaining records etc.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive benefits package