Area Chief Engineer: Lead Multi-Property Operations

Dimension Hospitality Group; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimension Hospitality is seeking an Area Chief Engineer to lead engineering and maintenance across multiple hotel properties. You will oversee building systems, preventative maintenance programs, and safety standards while supporting property leadership and engineering staff.

This role requires strategic leadership, strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and life‑safety systems, and the ability to mentor teams, manage budgets, and travel between properties to ensure consistent asset

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering across multiple properties
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
• Proven ability to coach and develop engineering staff
• Budget management and cost control experience
• Safety regulations and life-safety systems knowledge
• Willingness to travel between properties

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to Chief Engineers and maintenance teams across multiple hotel properties
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs to maximize asset performance and reduce downtime
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify operational, maintenance, and capital improvement needs
• Partner with General Managers and property leadership teams to support operational goals and guest satisfaction
• Assist with engineering department budgeting, capital planning, forecasting, and cost control initiatives
• Manage contractor and vendor relationships while ensuring quality workmanship and compliance standards
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and company safety regulations and requirements
• Provide technical expertise, troubleshooting support, and guidance on complex repair and maintenance issues
• Support property renovations, equipment upgrades, and capital improvement projects
• Review and analyze engineering performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain emergency response procedures and provide leadership during critical incidents and property emergencies
• Travel regularly between assigned properties to provide operational support and oversight

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Troubleshooting

Communication

Project management

Safety/regulatory knowledge

Tools

Building Automation Systems

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Job description

Dimension Hospitality is seeking an Area Chief Engineer to lead engineering and maintenance across multiple hotel properties. You will oversee building systems, preventative maintenance programs, and safety standards while supporting property leadership and engineering staff.

This role requires strategic leadership, strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and life‑safety systems, and the ability to mentor teams, manage budgets, and travel between properties to ensure consistent asset