Chief Engineer

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted room rates

Training & development opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

Renaissance Raleigh Hotel, part of Concord Hospitality, is seeking a skilled Chief Engineer to lead the property engineering team and oversee maintenance operations, safety, and compliance. You will manage repairs across hotel systems and drive preventive maintenance while promoting staff development.

The role requires strong leadership, depth in building systems, and a commitment to quality accommodations and guest safety in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in hotel or hospital engineering/maintenance leadership.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, life safety, fire protection, and HVAC operations.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and develop maintenance staff in a hospitality setting.
• Familiarity with safety and compliance standards, including OSHA and local codes.
• Ability to work flexible hours and manage emergency response situations.

Responsibilities

• Manage repairs and routine maintenance of hotel systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical).
• Oversee inventory, procurement, budgeting, safety compliance, and inspections.
• Ensure guest safety and secure working environment for associates.
• Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate engineering staff; promote development.
• Maintain compliance with Concord Hospitality standards and protocols.
• Communicate with General Manager and ownership about conditions, needs, and safety.
• Lead safety programs, preventive maintenance, and energy conservation initiatives.
• Support Leadership Development Training and contribute to growth culture.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Facilities management

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Description

Renaissance Raleigh Hotel is seeking a skilled and proactive Chief Engineer to lead our property engineering team and ensure the safety, functionality, and quality of the hotel’s infrastructure and systems. This is a key leadership role responsible for all maintenance operations, compliance, and team development in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

As a Hotel Leader you will be responsible to:

• Inspire greatness in your team.
• Encourage and support team members to reach their full potential.
• Create a work environment that is a Great Place to Work for all.
• Lead with integrity, transparency, respect, and professionalism.
• Care for your team and their families.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform repairs and routine maintenance of hotel systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical operations.
• Oversee inventory, procurement, department budgeting, safety compliance, and annual inspections/certifications.
• Ensure all hotel accommodations meet safety standards for guests and provide a secure working environment for associates.
• Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate engineering staff; promote team development and continuous improvement.
• Maintain full compliance with Concord Hospitality and brand-specific standards and protocols.
• Communicate effectively with the General Manager, corporate leaders, and ownership regarding property conditions, needs, and safety concerns.
• Lead safety programs, preventive maintenance schedules, and energy conservation initiatives.
• Support the hotel’s Leadership Development Training and actively contribute to a culture of growth and accountability.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a full service hotel engineering or maintenance leadership role required.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, life safety, fire protection, and HVAC operations.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and develop maintenance staff in a hospitality setting.
• Effective communicator with strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with safety and compliance standards, including OSHA and local codes.
• Ability to work flexible hours and manage emergency response situations.

Benefits

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short/long-term disability options
• 401(k) program with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
• Training & development opportunities
• Career advancement within our growing portfolio

Why Join Concord?

At Concord Hospitality, we invest deeply in our associates through training and development at all levels, from interns to executives. Our “Associate First” culture nurtures personal and professional growth within the workplace and beyond. We value work-life balance, diversity, and our commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and quality accommodations in every market we serve.

Concord Hospitality is built on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN! Our associates embody these values and proudly cheer our company motto heard across North America:

“We Are Concord!”

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a “Great Place to Work for All.”

Qualifications

5 years or more expereince in Hotel or Hospital Industry

Behaviors

• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking (Preferred)
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them (Preferred)
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject (Preferred)
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well (Preferred)

Motivations

• Preferred Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Preferred Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Preferred Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Experience

• Required 5 years or more expereince in Hotel or Hospital Industry

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Source: Concord Hospitality