Chief Engineer

Now Hiring: Chief Engineer

Full-Time Position | 16-Acre Resort Property
Compensation: Based on Experience

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Chief Engineer to oversee the maintenance, engineering, renovation, and overall physical operations of our 16-acre resort property.

Our property is currently undergoing renovations and improvements, requiring a higher level of maintenance, repair work, project coordination, and hands-on involvement than a typical resort engineering operation. The ideal candidate must be comfortable working in an active renovation environment, identifying areas requiring attention, developing work plans, coordinating repairs and improvements, and helping bring the property to a high standard of operation and appearance.

This is an opportunity for an experienced engineering professional who can take ownership of the property's maintenance and renovation needs, lead a team, manage contractors, and oversee both immediate repairs and long-term improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all engineering, maintenance, renovation, and repair operations throughout the resort's 16-acre property.
• Lead and coordinate ongoing renovation projects, property improvements, and major repair initiatives.
• Assess the property's current condition, identify areas requiring attention, and establish priorities for repairs and improvements.
• Supervise, schedule, and provide direction to the maintenance team.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for buildings, guest rooms, equipment, and property systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and other building systems.
• Monitor and maintain pools, pumps, water systems, elevators, grounds equipment, and other resort facilities.
• Perform regular property inspections and ensure maintenance concerns and renovation deficiencies are addressed.
• Coordinate outside contractors, vendors, and specialty trades, monitor work quality, and ensure projects are completed properly.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and overseeing renovation work from start to completion.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations and coordinate appropriate repairs.
• Identify potential safety hazards and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, inspection records, and equipment service histories.
• Assist with maintenance budgets, inventory, purchasing, and cost control.
• Ensure the property is maintained in accordance with applicable building, fire, health, and safety requirements.
• Work closely with resort management and other departments to address operational needs.
• Maintain a professional, organized, and hands-on approach to all maintenance and renovation operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in hotel, resort, commercial property engineering, or facilities maintenance leadership.
• 5 or more years of experience as a Chief Engineer or in a comparable senior engineering position is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience overseeing property renovations, major repairs, capital improvements, or large-scale maintenance projects is highly desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and general building maintenance.
• Previous experience supervising maintenance personnel and coordinating contractors and outside service providers.
• Ability to assess property conditions, identify problems, establish priorities, and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, prioritize work orders, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Must be hands-on and willing to assist with repairs, renovation work, and maintenance when necessary.
• Ability to manage the maintenance and improvement needs of a large property with multiple buildings and facilities.

Preferred Certifications

Relevant certifications are a plus and may include:

• EPA Section 608 HVAC Certification.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO).
• HVAC/R certification or technical training.
• Electrical or plumbing licensing or certifications.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety training.
• Boiler operator certification, where applicable.
• Fire and life safety training.

Relevant experience, technical knowledge, renovation experience, and demonstrated leadership ability will be given greater consideration than certifications alone.

Position Details

• Position: Chief Engineer
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Property Size: 16-acre resort
• Property Status: Currently undergoing renovations and property improvements
• Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications

How to Apply

Qualified candidates with experience in resort or hotel engineering, facilities management, and property renovations are encouraged to apply. Please submit a resume outlining relevant experience, technical background, renovation project involvement, and previous engineering or maintenance leadership responsibilities.

We are looking for a dependable, motivated, and experienced leader who takes pride in improving and maintaining a property. The right candidate will be someone who can take initiative, work hands-on, manage a substantial workload, and help move a property through an ongoing renovation and improvement process while preparing it for successful resort operations.