Director of Engineering Job at Hyatt (Washington)

Job Description

As a member of the properties Executive Committee, the Director of Engineering is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager. The Director of Engineering is responsible for maintaining the overall operation of the maintenance department and the appearance and working order of the hotel. The engineer must be able to work independently, as well as, with others. This position requires overall maintenance knowledge and trouble shooting ability with skills in painting, HVAC, carpentry, equipment, and tool usage.

Job Responsibility

Maintain the overall operation of the maintenance department and the appearance and working order of the hotel
Maintain the exterior of the building, parking lot, and common areas
Maintain all equipment in guest rooms
Conduct monthly safety inspections and train the staff on safety and emergency procedures
Work with vendors
Respond to emergencies
Work with corporate maintenance on special remodeling projects or capital expenditure needs
Review contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer
Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports
Develop and implement quality control programs
Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations
Capable of working with building code officials, planning/zoning officials and community design committees when required
Experience in managing utility systems
Maintain communications with Corporate Staff
Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

Requirements

6 years or more of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt)
At least 6 years experience in a senior role within facility management
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
Proven leadership skills
Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred
Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred

Nice to have

Previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred
Prior equipment specifying and purchasing experience preferred

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