Multi-Property Director of Engineering

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts on Ummahat Island, Red Sea, Saudi Arabia seeks a seasoned Engineering & Facilities leader.

You will oversee multiple buildings, grounds and plant systems with emphasis on safety, asset protection and energy conservation, while managing budgets and preventive maintenance. The role requires a strong HVAC-R, electrical and plumbing background, with 6 years of related experience or a 2‑year degree plus 4 years, and a proven record of regulatory compliance and team

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 for the units 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 budgets.
• Ensures integration of departmental goals in game plans for each unit.
• Oversees execution of long term preventative maintenance and 10 year asset protection plans for each unit.
• Reviews financial reports and statements to determine how Engineering is performing against budget for each unit.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in engineering/maintenance or related field; HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing training

2-year degree in Building & Construction, Engineering, Mechanics or related; 4 years experience in engineering/maintenance; HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing training

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number 26126465

Job Category Engineering & Facilities

Location Ummahat Island 1, Red Sea, Saudi ArabiaVIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Job Summary

Provides a high level of property maintenance knowledge. Position has overall responsibility for maintaining more than one building, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance and energy conservation of the units. Develops and implements strategies that will deliver products and services, which meet or exceed the needs and expectations of guests and employees while maximizing the financial performance. Responsible for maintaining standards and regulatory requirements. Leads the emergency response team for all facility 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 for the units 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 budgets.


• Ensures integration of departmental goals in game plans for each unit.


• Oversees execution of long term preventative maintenance and 10 year asset protection plans for each unit.


• Reviews financial reports and statements to determine how Engineering is performing against budget for each unit.


• 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 for each unit.


• 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 departments’ controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.


• Participates in the development of departments’ capital expenditure goals; manages projects as needed.


• Participates in the budgeting process for areas of responsibility.


• Prepares weekly and period end P&L critiques for each unit.


• Understands the impact of departments’ operation on the overall property financial goals for each unit; 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.

Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at more than 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand remains committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by a team of gracious hosts that combine classic sophistication and modern sensibility, as well as our signature Butler Service. We invite you to explore careers at St. Regis. In joining St. Regis, 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.