Chief Engineering

Hyatt Centric SouthPark Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Centric SouthPark Charlotte seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the engineering and maintenance of the hotel, ensuring guest safety, comfort, and brand compliance.

The role oversees HVAC, life-safety systems, capital projects, budget control, and on-call responses, with responsibility for directing staff and aligning operations with Hyatt standards.

Responsibilities

• Preventive maintenance programs for guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.
• Systems operations: HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems.
• Team Leadership: recruit, train, schedule, coach, and evaluate staff.
• Budget & financial management: control expenditures, labor, inventory, and procurement.
• Emergency & regulatory compliance: lead emergency plans and Hyatt brand standards compliance.
• Contractor & project oversight: coordinate bids, CapEx projects, and renovations.
• 24/7 availability: respond to urgent breakdowns and guest repair requests on call.

Job description

The Chief Engineer at a Hyatt hotel leads the engineering and maintenance department, managing the physical plant, equipment, and facility operations to ensure guest safety, comfort, and brand compliance.

Core Responsibilities

• Preventive Maintenance: Design, implement, and track ongoing preventive maintenance programs for guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.

• Systems Operations: Oversee critical building infrastructure, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety/fire-alarm systems.

• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, coach, and evaluate engineering and groundskeeping staff.

• Budget & Financial Management: Control department expenditures, labor, inventory, procurement, and assist with financial forecasting.

• Emergency & Regulatory Compliance: Lead emergency response plans and ensure full compliance with OSHA, local fire codes, environmental laws, and Hyatt brand standards.

• Contractor & Project Oversight: Coordinate vendor bids, manage capital expenditure (CapEx) projects, and oversee general contractors for property renovations.

• 24/7 Availability: Respond to urgent property breakdowns, elevator issues, or guest repair requests, often serving on an on-call basis.