Director of Engineering
Full Time • Washington DC
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
Job Overview
A Chief Engineering is responsible for the daily operations of the Engineering department by developing and implementing strategies and services which meet the needs of owners, employees, and guests. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ensuring the efficient administration and management of all property operations and maintenance functions and monitoring customer satisfaction and loyalty goals, completion of projects, revenue and market share goals, employee satisfaction and retention goals, hotel financial goals and budget.
The person having this position must possess good communication skills, have the ability to resolve conflict, and have a thorough understanding of LINE policies, procedures, and expectations.
Because of the fluctuating demands of the company’s operation, it may be necessary that each employee perform a multitude of different functions; therefore, as an essential part of your position, you will be expected to help others when the occasion arises, just as other employees are expected to help you. Accordingly, you may be expected to perform other tasks as needed or as directed.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
1. Develop and implement strategies and operations for the Engineering department
2. Lead and execute efficient and productive preventative maintenance system
3. Organize, schedule and oversee minor, major, and CapEx repairs across the building including needs of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, kitchen repair, structural, mechanical, HVAC and aesthetic disciplines including painting/drywall.
4. Assess proactive and reactive mechanical needs, determining appropriate repair strategy and, as needed, select vendors and contractors to complete work throughout the building as assigned
5. Establish and execute a preventative maintenance program to ensure all public areas, guest rooms and machinery are serviced and updated according to schedule to prevent major breakdowns
6. Monitor status regularly and adjusts strategies as appropriate
7. Develop a plan for completing routine maintenance and renovations; coordinate work with hotel department managers
8. Identify and select vendors as appropriate
9. Create a safe environment for guests and employees by ensuring that the hotel is maintained in accordance with safety standards
10. Serve as project manager for hotel renovations; coordinate project status with corporate technical services, architects, licensing agencies, contractors, and hotel management
11. Ensure hotel adheres to all regulatory and safety standards by meeting with government and insurance inspectors and taking corrective actions as needed
12. Keep all mechanical, electrical, and structural blue prints up to date
13. Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory and cash control
14. Responsible for interviewing, selecting, training, managing and scheduling personnel
15. Monitor and develop employee performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, conducting counseling, evaluations, setting annual goals and delivering recognition and reward
16. Ensure staff understands their job expectations before holding them accountable
17. Maintain awareness of documentation needed and retained in employee files
18. Be familiar with all safety and emergency procedures including OSHA requirements
19. Attend relevant meetings
20. Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times
21. Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel
22. Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, memos and verbal instructions
23. Maintain “open door” communication with employees
Knowledge, Requirements and Skills
1. Prior management role in Engineering or Operations Management
2. At least five (5) years’ relevant experience required as a manager or department head
3. Strong ability in using MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular)
4. Experience with payroll control and scheduling, and P&L management
5. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
6. Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language
7. Excellent organizational and time management skills and attention to detail
8. Bilingual (English – Spanish) preferred
9. Ability to multitask, work well under pressure, be a team player
Working Conditions/Environment
1. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
2. The person having this responsibility may have to lift up to 40lbs on an occasional basis
3. The person having this position may have to sit for eight (8) hours, stand and/or walk, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for one (1) hour per day
4. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an Employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Our Doors Are Yours to Open
The LINE, Ned US and Saguaro portfolio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We welcome applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, sexual orientations, parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and those who bring diverse viewpoints to our business.
Compensation: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Competitive Compensation
Employer Subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan with Employer Match
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Discounts at all our Hotels and F&B Outlets
New Employee Referral Fees & many more exciting top secret employee perks!