Chief Engineer

Auberge Collection; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Collection in Austin seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the engineering and maintenance operations of the property. You will drive efficiency, reliability and sustainable practices across all systems and facilities.

The role requires a strong track record in hospitality engineering, team leadership and a deep knowledge of building trades to maintain a premier luxury environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience as a Chief Engineer in a hospitality field.
• Proven leadership, management and administrative skills.
• Experience managing talent and culture processes including recruiting and performance management.
• Extensive knowledge of building trades and building operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team and oversee all engineering and maintenance operations for the property.
• Ensure appearance, functionality and integrity of the property while optimizing efficiency and sustainability.
• Mentor and inspire a team of engineers fostering accountability and proactive maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Facility management

Team mentoring

Job description

A treasured and historic landmark reborn, Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Collection occupies a unique niche in the Austin hospitality market. Designed by Ken Fulk and set on a 10-acre estate in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Austin, the property is the first luxury hotel & social members club of its kind in the city, blending intimacy and character with heritage and the independent spirit of Austin. Boasting 54 spacious rooms and suites, including a collection of five signature suites, the hotel offers a residential-style experience brimming with charm. Amenities include a dramatic 50-foot oval swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness studio, and distinct dining and drinking venues, including Lutie’s Garden Restaurant, the Estate’s signature restaurant. Expansive indoor and outdoor event space includes the picture-perfect Chapel with over 1,600 square feet of indoor space and 3,000 square feet of outdoor space. Commodore Perry Estate offers an authentic Austin provenance that invites guests to dine and celebrate in contemporary style.

Lead our engineering team and oversee all aspects of the engineering and maintenance operations for the property. Play a key role in ensuring the appearance, functionality and integrity of the property are optimized while implementing strategies that support efficiency and sustainability.

• Focus on providing efficient service that contributes to meaningful guest experiences and maintains the physical assets at their highest level.
• Emphasis on planning, organizing and directing activities that are concerned with the maintenance structures, facilities and systems.
• Mentor and inspire a team of engineers fostering a culture of accountability, excellence and proactive maintenance practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience as a Chief Engineer in a hospitality field.
• Proven leadership, management and administrative skills.
• Successful management of key talent and culture processes to include recruiting, performance management and team and culture development.
• Extensive knowledge of building trades and overall mechanics of building operations and maintenance.

4100 Red River Holdings LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. 4100 Red River Holdings LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, 4100 Red River Holdings LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.