Director of Engineering

About the role

The Director of Engineering at Fairmont Century Plaza is responsible for overseeing the engineering department, ensuring all equipment and systems are in correct operational status, and managing preventive maintenance programs. This role also involves preparing and controlling the engineering department budget, forecasting and managing energy and water usage, and coordinating with various departments to maintain the hotel's facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the engineering department with attention to details and follow-up to ensure satisfactory completion of tasks and projects
• Maintain all equipment and systems in correct operational status including but not limited to Accor MEP standards, Fire & Life Safety standards, Risk Management, environmental standards, expenditures and project management
• Ensure proper completion of the Preventive Maintenance Program for guest rooms, public areas, and safety systems while working closely with the Rooms Division, Food & Beverage Department, Security, purchasing and other operational departments
• Prepare and control of the monthly and annual engineering department budget
• Forecast and manage the hotel energy and water usage and all the associated costs
• Prepare CAPEX expenditures for the engineering department and assist all other departments in preparing their CAPEX needs
• Identify issues and provide solutions, inclusive of outsourcing and managing 3rd party companies
• Identify, budget for and manage projects related to renovations and or replacements within the hotel
• Run landscaping both summer and winter operations
• Pool operations knowledge inclusive of water treatment
• Work closely with the purchasing department to source the best products for the least cost
• Monitor the Hotel's Energy consumption on daily and monthly basis
• Ensure prompt and/or immediate response to maintenance requests from our guests, employees, and management of the Hotel
• Recruit, schedule, payroll, performance appraisals and reviews, training and development of all engineering colleagues
• Cook up and attend monthly departmental meetings for the engineering employees
• Manage at hotel level ACCORs Energy/Sustainability Programs
• Lead and support a diverse team in the operations and maintenance of the hotel including: general maintenance, HVAC, kitchen repairs, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and grounds
• Coordinate and complete all audits related to engineering and risk management
• Responsible for departmental health and safety, training programs, statutory compliance
• Manage the hotel emergency response team in coordination with Security and hotel management
• Coordinate and manage outside contractors
• Ensure hotel compliance with all City and State regulations and ordinances
• Actively participate in the Hotel's Energy Management, Occupational Health & Safety, and Environmental programs
• Be available on an 'on-call' basis during off hours for emergency situations
• Attend to all requests from the General Manager and Director of Operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the engineering field with a minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a similar position in a hotel, OR a technical degree with 8+ years in a similar position with project management experience in the hospitality industry
• Team player and a proven team builder
• Union experience, preferred
• Professional Engineer Designation an asset
• Knowledgeable in all municipal codes, City codes, State regulations, OSHA regulations as well as the Fire Department requirements and building testing
• Proven negotiation skills with 3rd parties and contractors
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to be flexible, and to work well under pressure
• Must be computer literate and familiar with computerized maintenance systems
• Lead by example by displaying a high standard of performance with the ability to communicate these expectations to the team to achieve above expectation results

Benefits

• Salary Range: $170,000 - $200,000 USD
• Discounted hotel rooms and food & beverage rates to employees at our sister properties around the globe
• We provide learning programs through our Academies to promote growth and development so that you can perform at your full potential
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and WATCH
• Competitive Health Benefit Package within 30 days of employment
• 401(k)/Roth IRA Eligibility after 60 days of employment
• Cell Phone Usage Reimbursement