Chief Engineer

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation/Sick/Holiday programs

Pet insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company matching

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts in Washington, DC seeks a skilled Chief Engineer to oversee preventive maintenance, life safety systems, and capital projects, ensuring compliance with codes and brand standards. You will supervise engineering staff, manage budgets, and maintain all mechanical/electrical systems and FF&E across the property.

The role requires hands-on expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing and carpentry, plus strong leadership and communication to coordinate with hotel operations,

Qualifications

• Vocational schooling or military training in building trades.
• 3+ years hands-on experience at a comparable location.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, budgeting, and safety programs.
• Skilled in HVAC, electrical, carpentry, drywalling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive maintenance and repairs of building systems.
• Monitor life safety systems and utilities to protect assets and guests.
• Manage engineering-related capital projects and budgets.
• Supervise, train and evaluate engineering staff; assign tasks and follow up.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Team supervision

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Ideally‑situated within minutes of Washington, DC's most popular attractions, The Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters is an ideal destination for both leisure and business travelers. Winner of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, our premier boutique hotel offers exceptional hospitality, facilities and accommodations within an inviting, comfortable setting that will make you feel right at home.

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Annually

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? Yes

Overview

Supervise the implementation of all property and equipment preventive maintenance and repairs, monitor life safety systems and utilities and administer the department in compliance with all corporate/franchise standards and local, state, and national codes and regulations to protect assets, guests and associates. Effectively manage engineering related capital projects. Responsible for the preventative maintenance and repair of the hotel's mechanical/electrical systems and equipment, and for the general maintenance and upkeep of the physical plant, FFandE, grounds, swimming pool, etc. as defined by HEI Hotels and Resorts and brand standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• A complete understanding of all building related systems - Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Life Safety, IT, etc.
• A complete understanding of all building related equipment - HVACandR, Kitchen, Laundry, Pool, etc.
• Follows company preventative maintenance procedures and guidelines for guestrooms, equipment, public space, grounds, landscaping, and building envelop, etc.
• Maintains engineering related check book accounting procedures to ensure department operates with-in budgeted guidelines while maintaining required stock of supplies and materials.
• Effectively interview, supervise, train, manage performance, assign tasks and follows-up with engineering staff to ensure maximum productivity.
• Maintains accurate records and filing system to support RandM Budget, PM Programs, Capital Budget, Capital Projects, Life Safety Systems and Inspections, etc.
• Maintains all Engineering Spaces in a safe, clean, organized, energy efficient manner.
• Tours hotel complex daily identifying items requiring engineering, housekeeping or other departmental actions.
• Considered the property expert on all Life Safety related items, trains all managers in these areas.
• Has a firm understanding of all Brands related issues and procedures.
• Has a firm understanding of all Brand related GSS, GSI, AYS, DTS problem tracking procedures and is working to correct them.
• Has a basic understanding of elementary accounting procedures.
• Has a basic understanding of PC operation and a working knowledge of Micro Soft Office Software programs and internet use.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations, seen as a strong leader through-out hotel.
• Remains current on related technology advances that would enhance operations.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Vocational schooling, military training, certification and/or experience in building related trades required in 1 or more of the following areas: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Carpentry.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience at a comparable location. All HEI Chief Engineers are working Chief's.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
• Skilled in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
• ADA related Physical Demand Section: Frequent walking, climbing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, smiling, writing, at times working in cramped noisy locations susceptible to extreme hot and cold temperatures with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals. Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.

Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.

Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.