Hybrid Corporate Director of Engineering

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About the role

  • Corporate Director of Engineering providing leadership to property operations and maintenance teams for hotel properties. Ensuring operational excellence and asset preservation strategies across multiple facilities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide portfolio-wide leadership to Chief Engineers and property maintenance teams
  • Develop and standardize preventive maintenance programs across all hotels
  • Establish engineering SOPs, safety protocols, and operational benchmarks
  • Conduct regular property inspections, engineering audits, and facilities condition assessments
  • Implement technology solutions (CMMS systems, building automation systems, energy management platforms)
  • Lead long-term capital expenditure planning in collaboration with ownership and finance teams
  • Evaluate property condition reports and prioritize capital improvement projects
  • Oversee renovation projects, system upgrades, and infrastructure replacements
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with operational needs
  • Ensure all properties maintain best-in-class preventive and predictive maintenance programs
  • Drive energy efficiency, sustainability initiatives, and utility cost optimization
  • Standardize vendor management and service contract negotiations
  • Develop emergency response plans and crisis management procedures
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes and regulations
  • Oversee fire life-safety systems, ADA compliance, environmental regulations, and risk mitigation practices
  • Conduct safety audits and training programs to reduce liability exposure
  • Review engineering budgets, CapEx forecasts, and reserve studies
  • Analyze repair and maintenance spend to optimize cost controls
  • Track ROI on capital investments and sustainability initiatives
  • Mentor and develop Chief Engineers and property engineering teams
  • Establish training standards and technical certification pathways

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in hotel engineering or facilities leadership
  • Multi-property oversight experience required
  • Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and building automation
  • Experience leading capital projects and renovation initiatives
  • Deep understanding of life-safety compliance and regulatory requirements
  • Proven ability to drive cost efficiencies while preserving asset integrity
  • Strong computer skills - leverages technology
  • Ability to travel 50-60% required

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Teamwork environment
  • Leadership team that shares a passion for excellence in hospitality

Job title

Corporate Director of Engineering

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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