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About The Position

Requirements

• Previous hotel Chief Engineer or multi-property engineering leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of: HVAC systems, Electrical systems, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Boilers, Fire & Life Safety Systems, Building Automation Systems, Preventative Maintenance Programs.
• Experience leading engineering teams and developing technical talent.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ADA, and local building code requirements.
• Experience managing capital projects and engineering budgets.
• Experience with CMMS/work order management software and preventative maintenance systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to travel regularly between assigned hotel properties.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing engineering operations for multiple hotels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering operations for multiple hotels while maintaining direct responsibility for your assigned home property.
• Ensure all hotels maintain safe, reliable, and efficient building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, elevators, fire/life safety systems, and building infrastructure.
• Partner with General Managers and Regional Operations Leaders to establish engineering priorities and operational goals.
• Provide engineering support during hotel acquisitions, renovations, transitions, and new property openings.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventative maintenance programs across the region.
• Monitor work order completion, preventative maintenance compliance, and engineering performance metrics.
• Conduct quarterly engineering inspections, work order audits, and property assessments while documenting findings and action plans.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and extend asset life.
• Collaborate with Corporate Engineering on capital improvements, renovations, ADA compliance projects, and building upgrades.
• Manage project timelines, contractor coordination, and engineering budgets.
• Support implementation of new engineering technologies and building automation systems.
• Identify and implement energy conservation initiatives involving HVAC systems, lighting, water usage, and utility management.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Chief Engineers and engineering associates across the region.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, performance management, succession planning, and ongoing training initiatives.
• Establish standardized engineering procedures and best practices.
• Promote a culture focused on safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional service.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, brand standards, life safety requirements, and local building regulations.
• Oversee fire and life safety inspections, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Maintain engineering documentation, certifications, and maintenance records.
• Assist hotels with complex repairs involving HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and building infrastructure.
• Provide temporary engineering leadership for hotels experiencing staffing shortages or leadership transitions.
• Support additional engineering projects and regional initiatives assigned by Corporate Engineering leadership.

Benefits

• Growth and development opportunities and access to learning resources
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Hotel travel discounts
• Career advancement opportunities
• Associate recognition programs