Job Summary:

The Chief Engineer is responsible for leading the engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel, ensuring all building systems—including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety—are operating efficiently and safely. This role oversees the maintenance team, directs capital improvement projects, ensures regulatory compliance, manages budgets, and implements preventive maintenance programs to protect and enhance the hotel’s physical assets and guest experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises the engineering and maintenance team, including engineers, technicians, and other maintenance staff.
• Oversees vendor and contractor work related to maintenance, construction, or renovation projects.
• Responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, evaluating, and motivating the engineering team.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops, implements, and monitors the hotel’s preventive maintenance program for all building systems and equipment.
• Oversees daily operations of the engineering department to ensure timely response to maintenance requests and operational issues.
• Evaluates facilities and systems to determine repair, upgrade, or replacement needs; prepares long-term maintenance and capital improvement plans.
• Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding building codes, fire and life safety, and environmental standards.
• Prepares and manages the departmental budget, tracks expenses, and controls costs related to utilities, materials, and labor.
• Coordinates with other departments to ensure smooth hotel operations and minimal disruption to guests during maintenance activities.
• Reviews and approves work orders, purchase requests, and preventive maintenance records.
• Ensures all work is performed safely and in accordance with company standards and OSHA requirements.
• Conducts regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, mechanical spaces, and back-of-house areas to identify maintenance needs and ensure quality standards.
• Leads and participates in emergency response plans, including fire, life safety, and disaster preparedness procedures.
• Manages relationships with external service providers and contractors, ensuring work is completed to specification and on schedule.
• Prepares reports on departmental performance, maintenance trends, and energy management initiatives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by hotel leadership.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety systems.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs, and forecast maintenance expenditures.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance programs and capital planning.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, building codes, and environmental compliance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills across departments and with vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and property management systems (PMS/CMMS).
• Certified Pool Operator

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field preferred.
• Preferred 7–10 years of progressive experience in hotel engineering or facilities management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in managing large-scale maintenance operations or renovation projects preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking, frequently lifting, pulling, and bending.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds at times.