Position Summary: As Engineering Manager, that is tech-savvy, you are responsible for all areas related to Hotel Safety, Maintenance, Repair, and an engineering department that embraces mobile field service technology. Through strategic planning and interaction with Operations leaders you will oversee and be responsible for Preventative Maintenance adherence and compliance, on-going training of Engineering team, operating and guest service standards, all life/safety system enforcement agency requirements, capital improvement guidance and input, work with owner representatives on proper resolutions to engineering related issues, work with owner's representative to take the lead in natural catastrophe recovery efforts, expense controls, and talent management. You are a strategist, collaborator, creative problem-solver, strong communicator, and people-focused leader. You are not shy to get your hands dirty and troubleshoot maintenance issues on the spot. You will be responsible for ensuring hotel continuously maintained at exacting standards and all hotels pass QA/BSA/FAC (Facility Condition Assessment) as it relates to condition and life/safety.
Support the Hotel Executive Team in the successful operation of the hotel. Support the Operations leadership in utility and engineering cost analysis, review and research. Supply technical guidance, suggestions, and expertise to operations team as well as senior management. Recruit, develop, and evaluate engineering talent to maintain a full pipeline for the property. Provide team operational support, ongoing coaching, professional development, quarterly check-ins, and ensure accountability with a focus on succession planning. Work with Regional Director of Engineering, GM to manage Departmental P&L and assist them in analysis. Work with the Property Strata Manager on any residential shared service components, in relation to upkeep, preventative maintenance and repairs. Work closely with the Strata Manager in establishing ongoing residential preventative management plans. Lead and support annual budget and capital planning. Ensure all billable hours and expenses related to residential components are recorded inline with procedures, corresponding closely with the Accounting department and Strata manager for owner monthly charges. Evaluate third party maintenance agreements and warranties (where they exist) and play key role in negotiating the best possible price/service terms and monitor with proper follow up with vendors. Work with Project Management and Corporate Engineers on approved refreshes and capital projects to ensure good partnership and project completion timeliness. Monitor all Out of Order Rooms, identifying any issues with timeliness of rooms returning to service, addressing with appropriate Operations Leaders while also evaluating for trends with appropriate actions to prevent unnecessary recurrence. Oversee and responsible for Preventative Maintenance Program. Responsible for PM automation systems and standards. Synergy, Transcendent.
5+ years as single property Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering or Chief Engineer in the hospitality space. Track record of upward progression in hotel engineering with experience in all areas of building engineering including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchens, general building construction. Experienced with Automated Preventative Maintenance systems. Extensive working knowledge of hotel Engineering and consistent record of success. Strong negotiation skills as well as strong verbal and written communication capabilities Exceptional understanding of fundamental hotel mechanical systems, to include electrical, plumbing, HVAC (centrifugal chillers a big plus), elevators, fire enunciator and suppression systems (training certification a big plus). The ability to think strategically and analytically, demonstrating sensitivity to brand issues, with a participative "all in" attitude. Experienced working with Energy management systems in addition to evaluating energy savings initiatives and results. Strong understanding of code compliance regulations (a big plus). Well-organized initiative-taker with the ability to manage competing priorities. Strong critical thinking skills Flexible to work varying schedule including nights, weekends and holidays. Proficient with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook
Sit, stand and walk for varying lengths of time Lift approximately fifteen (15) pounds Good communication skills, both written and verbal Focus and maintain attention to multiple tasks in a short time period, and complete work assignments within deadline demands, despite frequent interruptions Grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, pulling, pushing, listening and hearing ability and visual ability Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, multi-line tone phone, filing cabinets, photocopiers and other office equipment as needed Additional Requirements: Available to work extended hours, including weekends, public holidays, and late nights. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions required for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed based on business demands.
Interested Applicants please email your resume to recruiter: karinaossaba@remingtonhotels.com
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