Assistant Director of Engineering: Design-Forward NYC Hotel

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in New York is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead the Engineering team at a dynamic, unionized lifestyle hotel. This hands‑on leader will partner with the Director of Engineering to keep the property running smoothly, balancing technical expertise with guest‑centric service.

The role requires 3–5+ years of engineering leadership, familiarity with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety systems, and NYC codes.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of engineering leadership experience, preferably in a full‑service or lifestyle hotel.
• Experience working in a union environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Familiarity with New York City codes and compliance requirements.
• Proactive, hands‑on leadership style with strong team engagement skills.
• Ability to balance operational demands with a high standard of design and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the Engineering department across guest rooms, public spaces, and back‑of‑house areas.
• Lead, coach, and collaborate with union engineering colleagues in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Maintain the aesthetic and functional integrity of a design‑forward lifestyle hotel.
• Drive preventive maintenance programs to ensure reliability and minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with NYC codes and regulations (FDNY, DOB, Local Laws) and Hyatt safety standards.
• Respond to guest and operational needs with urgency, professionalism, and a service‑minded approach; assist in managing budgets, capital improvements, and vendor/contractor relationships.
• Uphold a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect aligned with Hyatt values.
• Act as Director of Engineering in their absence.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Union environment

HVAC

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Life safety

Team engagement

Project management

Communication

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in New York is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead the Engineering team at a dynamic, unionized lifestyle hotel. This hands‑on leader will partner with the Director of Engineering to keep the property running smoothly, balancing technical expertise with guest‑centric service.

The role requires 3–5+ years of engineering leadership, familiarity with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety systems, and NYC codes.