Job Overview:
As the Director of Engineering you will be responsible for the daily operation of the engineering department. This role is essential in ensuring that all physical assets systems and equipment operate properly to provide an exceptional experience for our guests and ensure the safety of all individuals while on property.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the engineering team by assigning and monitoring daily projects
- Thoroughly review the Request for Proposal (RFP) or Invitation to Bid (ITB) to understand project scope deliverables timelines and evaluation criteria
- Conduct walkthroughs and assessing the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel including all mechanical electrical HVAC systems and any other related equipment
- Responds quickly to emergency mechanical/other building situations
- Tracks and manages room maintenance projects
- Manages the purchase of parts and equipment through purchase orders
- Collaborates and manages with 3rd parties for equipment maintenance and installations
- Ability to manage multiple service vendors contracts ensure their work is performed to the highest standards
- Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment
- Collaborates with hotel leadership to obtain and present costeffective proposals for maintaining and repairing all systems throughout the hotel
- Maintains a guest focused perspective at all times ensuring positive guest interactions
- Create weekly departmental schedules track vacation/sick requests for team members
- Complete weekly departmental payroll
- Understand the collective bargaining agreement and maintain positive employee relations
- Be familiar with DC Building Regulations: Fire Code Fire Alarm Inspection Backflow Elevator Inspections DC Health Department etc.
- Maintain the building exterior and curb appeal of the entire hotel grounds
Qualifications:
- DC 3rd Class Boiler Operators License
- CFC Universal Certification
- Minimum of 2 years experience in Building Management System
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment and make sound decisions under pressure
- Excellent problemsolving skills and attention to detail
- Must have knowledge of methods and materials used in general building maintenance carpentry plumbing electrical and HVAC units.
- Computer skills required to include utilizing Microsoft suite (Outlook Excel Word)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with guests staff and management
- Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings weekends and holidays
- Able to stand for several hours climb ladders lift 50lbs.