Chief Engineer

About the role

The Pittsburgh Marriott City Center is a modern hotel located in the heart of the city, offering exceptional careers alongside its authentic Pittsburgh charm. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every associate can grow and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the implementation of all property and equipment preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain engineering related check book accounting procedures to ensure department operates within budgeted guidelines.
• Effectively interview, supervise, train, manage performance, assign tasks and follow-up with engineering staff to ensure maximum productivity.
• Maintain accurate records and filing system to support RandM Budget, PM Programs, Capital Budget, Capital Projects, Life Safety Systems and Inspections, etc.
• Tour hotel complex daily identifying items requiring engineering, housekeeping or other departmental actions.
• Considered the property expert on all Life Safety related items, trains all managers in these areas.
• Has a firm understanding of all Brands related issues and procedures.
• Has a firm understanding of all Brand related GSS, GSI, AYS, DTS problem tracking procedures and is working to correct them.
• Skilled in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, smiling, writing, at times working in cramped noisy locations susceptible to extreme hot and cold temperatures with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.
• Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Qualifications

• Vocational schooling, military training, certification and/or experience in building related trades required in 1 or more of the following areas: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Carpentry.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience at a comparable location.
• All HEI Chief Engineers are working Chiefs.
• Hospitality experience preferred.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
• Skilled in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts offers a comprehensive benefit program designed to support your physical, mental, and financial wellness. This includes competitive medical and dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Vision insurance through EyeMed, Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs, Pet Insurance through the ASPCA, and various types of insurance coverage such as Supplemental, Spousal, Child Life, Short and Long-Term Disability, and a 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds. Additionally, we offer discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs. HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing an equal opportunity environment for all employees and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.