Engineering & Security Manager

About the role

The Westin New York Grand Central is a place where you're empowered to grow your career in a supportive environment. Join us to make a difference in the lives of our guests, communities, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assume control of the Engineering Department when the Chief Engineer is not available.
• Assume control of the Security Department when the Director is not available.
• Maintain all building related systems and the building envelop to ensure safety.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain building complex for energy efficiency.
• Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate.
• Supervise, train, and assign tasks to engineering staff to ensure maximum productivity.
• 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.
• Understand all Brands related issues and procedures; as well as all Brand related GSS, GSI, AYS, DTS problem tracking procedures and is working to correct them.
• Basic understanding of elementary accounting procedures.
• Basic understanding of PC operation and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and internet use.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations, seen as a strong leader throughout the hotel.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• 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.
• Hotel 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.
• Skills in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping with or without reasonable accommodation.
• ADA related Physical Demand: Frequent walking, climbing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, smiling, writing, at times working in cramped noisy locations susceptible to extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• 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.

Pay

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts offers a comprehensive benefit program designed to support your physical, mental, and financial wellness. This includes medical and dental benefits through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, vision insurance through EyeMed, vacation, sick, and holiday time off, pet insurance through the ASPCA, and various types of insurance coverage and savings plans. HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing an equal opportunity employment environment and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.