Summary

The Chief Engineer plays a critical leadership role in the overall success of hotel operations by managing the maintenance of all physical building systems, life safety programs, and energy management initiatives. This position is responsible for ensuring that the hotel remains fully operational, safe, and welcoming for both guests and associates, with minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.

You will lead the engineering team in daily operations, vendor coordination, capital project planning, and compliance with brand standards, local codes, and regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical knowledge in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance, along with proven leadership and organizational skills.

This role requires a proactive mindset to anticipate maintenance needs, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and the ability to motivate and train a diverse team. The Chief Engineer partners closely with hotel leadership to develop and execute property improvement plans and sustainability strategies while maintaining cost controls and optimizing long-term asset value

Core Responsibilities Include:

Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company’s business operations. Delegate daily work assignments and review priorities and special projects. Schedule and perform work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Rooms Division Department. Ensures final inspection of all engineering related work and execution of all work orders. Performs engineering staff functions whenever necessary. Ensures all safety equipment is in compliance and working order with federal quarterly/annual inspections to city, state and codes.  Maintain knowledge of hotel safety procedures and ensure application of such. Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces, according to hotel requirements. Perform emergency equipment and machinery repair as needed. Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all tools. Exercise safety precautions when working on equipment (use of safety signs, etc.). Maintains the engineering department’s annual budget. Carries out supervisory responsibilities that includes interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Additional Responsibilities Responsible for all aspects of the Engineering department to include the proper operation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair of all heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and mechanical equipment. Develop, coordinate, and monitor a maintenance program to ensure the safety, security and comfort of all staff and guests. Assigned responsibility of Safety Committee Chairperson. Supervise, train and manage all Engineering staff.