Multi-property Director of Engineering City Cluster

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, along with Aloft Dubai Airport and Element properties, seeks an engineering leader to drive strategic direction for facilities operations across the complex.

The role requires managing budgets, safety, and asset protection while delivering compliant, efficient building operations and guest experiences. Suitable for senior-level candidates with extensive engineering expertise.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 6 years experience in engineering/maintenance or related area; HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing training.
• 2-year degree from accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics or related major; 4 years experience in engineering/maintenance or related area; HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing training.

Responsibilities

• Leads engineering operations and budget planning across multiple properties.
• Manages physical plant: equipment, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, water treatment per SOPs.
• Oversees service contracts and ensures compliance with regulations.
• Maintains life safety systems; ensures licenses and permits are current.
• Controls controllable expenses and optimizes energy usage and resources.
• Develops engineering strategy aligned with brand/business goals.
• Oversees long-term preventive maintenance and 10-year asset plans.
• Communicates goals and outcomes to the team and owners.

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Building/Construction, Engineering, Mechanics or related major

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number 26131647

Job Category Engineering & Facilities

Location Airport Road, PO Box 10001, Dubai, United Arab Emirates VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Job Summary

Provides executive leadership and strategic direction for the Engineering and Facilities functions across Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Aloft Dubai Airport, Element Dubai Airport, and Aloft & Element Al Mina. As a member of the Executive Committee, the position is responsible for the overall maintenance, safety, security, and asset protection of all buildings, grounds, and physical plant operations across the complex. Accountable for budget management, capital expenditure planning and execution, preventive maintenance programs, sustainability and energy conservation initiatives, and regulatory compliance. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that enhance the guest and associate experience while maximizing operational efficiency and financial performance. Ensures all engineering operations meet brand standards and legal requirements and provides leadership during emergency situations, overseeing the response and resolution of all facility-related issues.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Engineering Operations and Budgets

• Works with property and regional engineering leadership team to determine how Engineering is performing against budget and highlights areas of concern to leadership.
• Manages the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment and electrical systems in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Administers service contracts to support property needs.
• Ensures fire crew has complete understanding of all procedures, equipment and alarms.
• Coaches and supports engineering leadership team to effectively manage controllable expenses (e.g., wages, heat, light and power, water consumption, tools and equipment, grounds keeping supplies, uniforms, vendors, service agreements, inventory, etc.).
• Manages and controls heat, light and power.
• Develops an engineering operating strategy that is aligned with the property/brand’s business strategy.
• Develops and manages Engineering budget.
• Ensures integration of departmental goals in game plans.
• Oversees execution of long term preventative maintenance and 10 year asset protection plans.
• Reviews financial reports and statements to determine how Engineering is performing against budget.
• Addresses potential areas of concern and proposing solutions to owners in a proactive manner.
• Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
• Supervises construction to ensure timely completion of projects within budgetary guidelines.

Maintaining Engineering Standards

• Ensures compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
• Maintains property life safety systems (e.g., fire fighting equipment, sprinkler systems, and alarm systems).
• Ensures building and equipment licenses, permits and certifications are current.
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

Managing Profitability

• Manages areas of operation to budget by reviewing operating statements, budget worksheets and payroll progress reports.
• Monitors and manages the payroll function.
• Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
• Participates in the development of department's capital expenditure goals; manages projects as needed.
• Participates in the budgeting process for areas of responsibility.
• Prepares weekly and period end P&L critiques.
• Understands the impact of department's operation on the overall property financial goals; educates staff on details as appropriate.
• Reviews and manages controllable expenses such as, heat, light, power, water consumption, tools and equipment, grounds keeping supplies, uniforms, vendors, service agreements, etc.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.
• Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
• Utilizes employee feedback and an “open door” policy to identify and address employee problems or concerns in a timely manner.
• Celebrates successes by publicly recognizing the contributions of team members.
• Resolves guest problems and complaints.
• Brings issues to the attention of Human Resources as necessary.
• Ensures that regular on-going communication takes place throughout the engineering operation to communicate daily operations activities, set expectations and create awareness of business objectives.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination. We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life. We’re looking for curious and creative people to join our team. If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien. In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.