Chief Engineer

The Kendall Hotel; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead all maintenance, engineering, and building operations for The Kendall Hotel in Cambridge, MA. You will ensure safe, efficient performance of all systems and drive team development and operational excellence.

You will hire, coach, and evaluate staff; oversee capital projects, renovations, and vendor contracts; manage preventive maintenance programs, budgets, and ROI analyses; ensure safety compliance; and read construction drawings to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in hospitality or similar environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with building systems and preventive maintenance programs.
• Financial acumen (budgeting, cost control, ROI analysis).
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel.
• Degree and/or certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and manage the Engineering team.
• Oversee maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems.
• Manage preventive maintenance programs.
• Develop and manage budgets; perform cost and ROI analysis.
• Oversee capital projects, renovations, and vendor contracts.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Communicate with local regulatory agencies as needed.
• Interpret construction drawings and building plans.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Read technical drawings

MS Office/Excel

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

We are looking for a someone with a strong background in hotel/resort maintenance, has a passion for providing customer service, is highly motivated, and detail oriented to join our team as a The Chief Engineer. This individual provides oversight of the maintenance department and is responsible for ensuring the working order of all mechanical equipment as well as repair and maintenance of the property. The primary focus is on engineering operations, including maintenance, repair of hotel property, outside grounds, hotel equipment, preventative maintenance, and asset protection. This person will identify needs, organize staff and contractors, and oversee the completion of the maintenance needs. You will be working closely with different members of our team, so you will need to be quick on your feet and have an engaging attitude.If you have experience in leading a Maintenance program and team, enjoy making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property!Your role:Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead all maintenance, engineering, and building operations for The Kendall Hotel. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient performance of all systems while driving team development and operational excellence.Key Responsibilities• Lead, train, and manage the Engineering team• Oversee maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems• Manage preventive maintenance programs• Develop and manage budgets; perform cost and ROI analysis• Oversee capital projects, renovations, and vendor contracts• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations• Communicate with local regulatory agencies as needed• Interpret construction drawings and building plansLeadership & Team Development• Hire, coach, and evaluate team members• Drive ongoing training and development programs• Maintain high performance, engagement, and accountabilityQualifications• 5+ years of engineering experience in hospitality or similar environment• Strong leadership and communication skills• Experience with building systems and preventive maintenance programs• Financial acumen (budgeting, cost control, ROI analysis)• Ability to read technical drawings• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel• Degree and/or certifications preferred#IND100