Chief Engineer (PME)

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Hotel employee discounts

Training & development

Wellbeing support

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts in the Philippines seeks an experienced Engineering Leader to guide the hotel facilities and building systems, ensuring safety and brand standards. You will drive preventive maintenance, budgeting and regulatory compliance while coordinating with contractors and vendors to deliver reliable operations.

The role requires a PME license, 5+ years in hospitality engineering leadership, and deep knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, generators, boilers and fire life safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Valid Professional Mechanical Engineer (PME) License.
• At least five years of progressive engineering leadership, preferably in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of hotel building systems: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, generators, boilers, elevators, fire life safety.
• Experience in preventive maintenance planning, project management, budgeting and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing contractors, vendors and technical service providers.
• Hotel opening, renovation or major project experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering team in maintaining hotel facilities, plant equipment, building systems and guest areas to brand and safety standards.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure reliability and efficiency of systems.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, safety requirements, environmental standards and policies.
• Prepare and manage engineering budgets, CAPEX plans, energy initiatives and maintenance contracts.
• Oversee third-party contractors, suppliers and service providers for quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Respond to operational challenges and emergencies minimizing guest disruption.
• Develop, coach and motivate the Engineering team to meet objectives.
• Collaborate with other departments to support operations, sustainability and property improvements.
• Build strong relationships with government agencies, owners' representatives and partners as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Preventive maintenance

Communication

Problem solving

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BMS

EMS

Job description

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:

• Leading the Engineering team in maintaining all hotel facilities, plant equipment, building systems, and guest areas to brand and safety standards
• Managing preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure the reliability and efficiency of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire life safety systems
• Ensuring compliance with all local regulations, safety requirements, environmental standards, and company policies
• Preparing and managing engineering budgets, capital expenditure plans, energy conservation initiatives, and maintenance contracts
• Overseeing third-party contractors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure quality work and cost-effective solutions
• Responding to operational challenges and emergency situations while minimizing disruption to guests and hotel operations
• Developing, coaching, and motivating the Engineering team to achieve departmental and hotel objectives
• Collaborating with other departments to support operational excellence, guest satisfaction, sustainability goals, and property improvement projects
• Building strong relationships with government agencies, regulatory bodies, owners' representatives, and business partners as needed

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Valid Professional Mechanical Engineer (PME) License
• At least five (5) years of progressive engineering leadership experience, preferably within the hospitality industry
• Strong knowledge of hotel building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, generators, boilers, elevators, and fire life safety systems
• Proven experience in preventive maintenance planning, project management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience managing contractors, vendors, and technical service providers
• Hotel opening, renovation, or major project experience is an advantage
• Professional certifications and licenses as required by law

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the teamthe room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well both inside and outside of work and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.