Director, FLS, Greater China Job at Marriott Bonvoy (Shanghai)

Job Description

As a member of Fire Life Safety & Security Design (FLS/SD) and Global Design (GD) Greater China, is responsible for working with internal and external stakeholders to maximize compliance of fire protection standards for Marriott Lodging Brands in Greater China including new builds, conversions/acquisitions, re-positionings, renovations and in operating hotels. Provide oversight and leadership to direct reports and consultants as they work toward the FLS mission of protecting guests, associates and assets by minimizing risk through standards, education and strategic partnerships focused on innovative life safety solutions. Promote and expand ongoing periodic inspections of operating hotels. Provide project management and life safety expertise through the design and construction of new and converting hotels and serve as a subject matter expert.

Job Responsibility

Responsible for delivery of high-quality engineering support services to business units within Global Design, Lodging, Development, Operations, Brand, Lodging Engineering, Risk Management, Ownership Franchise Services and various other Marriott businesses for all projects in the region
Responsible for recruiting, coaching, training and developing consultants and/or staff to perform their defined duties
Make decisions for complex fire protection and life safety issues
Build relationships and provide leadership, expertise, and management throughout Greater China
Direct adaptations and modifications throughout design process and installation of systems
Discuss with supervisor and team members fire protection and life safety issues or problems that have high financial impact
Promote and support ongoing inspections in operating hotels in the region
Remain current with emerging technologies, regional codes and best methods for automatic sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, life safety, and smoke control in the industry and specific to the region
Help develop owner preference and drive growth collaboratively with owners and Marriott internal stakeholders

Requirements

BS, Fire Protection Engineering or equivalent experience
Professional Engineer or equivalent license preferred
Minimum of 5 years related experience working in Greater China preferred
Minimum of 10 years progressive experience in fire protection engineering preferred
Fluent in Mandarin
Willingness to reside in Shanghai, China
Working knowledge of construction means and methods, facilities operations, and contracting
Strong problem-solving capabilities
Solid background in Greater China and NFPA codes and standards
Extensive writing skills required
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to develop new processes to increase effectiveness and efficiencies
Excellent management and supervisory skills
Good working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook
High degree of initiative, personal responsibility, and integrity
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative work environment
Willingness to share knowledge openly and assist others as necessary
Willingness to be a lifelong learner and curious about fire protection and hospitality industry
Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 70%)

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