Director, Engineering

Starwood Hotels

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A luxury hotel brand management company in New York is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead maintenance operations and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in engineering roles and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a salary range of $160k-$180k and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

Min. of ten (10) years' experience in a senior Engineering role.
Minimum 5 years of Managerial experience.
Prior hospitality experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the overall maintenance team and facilities.
Oversee departmental budget including forecasting and capital planning.
Ensure compliance with local, state and federal law.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree or related technical school degree

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Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.

We are holding ourselves accountable for maintaining the safety and security of the building, grounds and physical plant, while being mindful of energy conservation, preventative maintenance, capital expenditures and performance against budget. Our team is searching for an experienced, forward-looking Chief Engineer who’ll lead the overall maintenance team and our facilities, develop strategies to maximize our financial performance, and meticulously maintain the standards of all regulatory requirements. We’re seeking a proven communicator, an effective motivator, and a natural collaborator, who’ll lead by example, and influence the teams to remain open, imaginative and solution focused. Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you. Ongoing repair and maintenance of the entire hotel and F&B facilities including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs. Maintains effective Energy Management. Continuously looks for energy efficient solutions and Innovative projects Regularly lead, mentor and coordinate activities of the engineering staff engaged in maintaining and repairing the physical structure of the building promptly and efficiently to the required standard. Conduct regular departmental meetings, performance evaluations and ensure ongoing development of Engineering team to ensure effective communication and standards are adhered to in the department Oversee departmental budget under the direction of the Hotel General Manager, including forecasting, budgeting, capital planning and proposals to ensure ongoing maintenance of the hotel Ensure all local, state and federal law compliance and building codes are adhered to Lead the hotels Fire Safety & Emergency Evacuation Teams. About you... Min. of ten (10) years’ experience in a senior Engineering role, with a min. 5 years Managerial experience Bachelors Degree or related technical school degree preferred. Prior hospitality experience strongly preferred Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they relate to the hotel and chemical storage as per OSHA Possess a LEED-GA certification or obtain withing the 1st year of employment. Excels at communication, both verbal and written. Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

About Us...

As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.

Salary Range: $160k-$180k

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.

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