Assistant Director of Engineering

Highgate; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer-m

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Assistant Director of Engineering at Highgate’s E11EVEN Club Hotel & Residences in Miami oversees daily engineering operations, maintains equipment and buildings, and supports the Director of Engineering in safety, guest comfort, and team leadership.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, coordinating with outside contractors, managing inventory and budgets, and ensuring compliance with OSHA/ADA and local codes while mentoring staff and participating in manager-on-duty rotations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school training preferred.
• 4–5 years of engineering or maintenance experience in a hotel or large commercial property, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven ability to supervise and motivate staff, meet deadlines, and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Engineering in maintaining the property, guest rooms, and public areas; implement preventive maintenance.
• Oversee the hotel’s physical operations including HVAC, electrical systems, and utilities.
• Interface with hotel staff and managers to address maintenance needs and respond to work orders.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors; monitor quality and project completion.
• Monitor inventory levels of parts and supplies; prepare purchase orders.
• Ensure safety inspections are completed and regulatory compliance met (OSHA/ADA).
• Supervise and assist staff; contribute to budget development and expense management.
• Lead the department in the Director’s absence and participate in manager-on-duty duties.

Skills

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Bilingual skills

Adaptability

Budgeting

Vendor coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or trade school training preferred

Tools

HotSOS

Birchstreet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Compensation Type

Yearly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.

With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.www.highgate.com

Location

Inspired by the human condition in its many forms, E11EVEN Club Hotel & Residences were created to promote an exclusive, personal and self-curated way of being. At the Residences, choice surrounds you all day long.

Whether you jetset or prefer to reset, these residences offer moments and experiences that speak to each individual’s taste and preference. Located within the creative and thriving metropolis of Miami, E11even Club Hotel & Residences perfectly reflect the vibrancy of its surroundings, people and culture.

So reimagine yourself here and get to the essence of what living your way, is truly all about.

Overview

The Assistant Director of Engineering assists the Director of Engineering in overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of the Engineering department at E11EVEN Club Hotel & Residences, ensuring the total comfort, safety, and satisfaction of guests, residents, and team members. This role helps maintain all equipment, buildings, and property in proper condition, supervises the engineering team, and leads the department in the absence of the Director of Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Engineering in maintaining the property, including guest rooms, residential units as applicable, public areas, and equipment, through the implementation of a preventive maintenance program; ensure all maintenance and repairs are completed in a timely, cost-effective manner and according to specifications.
• Oversee the hotel’s physical operations, including, but not limited to, refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, laundry machines, swimming pools, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, plumbing, water treatment, and electrical systems.
• Interface with hotel staff and managers to receive information regarding maintenance needs, and ensure a timely response to work orders and guest requests.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors on repairs, service contracts, renovations, and capital projects, and monitor the quality and completion of their work.
• Monitor and maintain proper inventory levels of parts, tools, and supplies, and prepare purchase orders for approval.
• Ensure all fire, life safety, and other required inspections are completed and any discrepancies corrected, and that the property complies with all safety and sanitation policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Implement OSHA and ADA guidelines and programs, and maintain knowledge of city and state building codes.
• Supervise and assist staff in the maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings, and property as needed.
• Assist in hiring, training, scheduling, and developing engineering staff, and manage daily workflow.
• Assign duties and monitor the quality of work, ensuring staff conform to organizational policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of team members, and actively promote and recognize performance.
• Assist the Hotel Manager and/or Director of Engineering in developing and monitoring the department budget and manage expenses within approved budget constraints.
• Monitor utility usage and support energy conservation initiatives.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports as required, including maintenance logs and incident reports.
• Lead the Engineering department in the absence of the Director of Engineering, and participate in the manager-on-duty rotation as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Hotel Manager and/or Director of Engineering or management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school training preferred.
• Four to five (4-5) years of engineering or maintenance experience in a hotel or large commercial property, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating team members, with competence in their duties and tasks and a commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with a proven ability to manage priorities, handle multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Good judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Proficient in HotSOS or similar work order systems, Birchstreet, and Microsoft Office.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call emergencies.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

Benefits

We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

For Employees Based in Washington:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

For Employees Based in Colorado:

• 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• 6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

For Employees Based in California:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.
• Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (“CBA”). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable.

**The above-referenced benefits do not apply to part-time positions

Posting Date

This job opening was posted on 10/3/2026 and will remain open for at least 75 days.