Director of Engineering

Hyatt Corporation; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary hotel nights

Discounts at Hyatt properties

Medical insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401K/Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Morristown is seeking a Director of Engineering to oversee the maintenance department, ensuring the hotel’s facilities and systems operate smoothly. You will lead a team, respond to emergencies, liaise with vendors, and drive safety training while coordinating with corporate maintenance on remodels and capital projects.

A proactive, hands-on leader with deep maintenance knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of progressive hotel or building management experience.
• Experience opening hotels preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and manage vendor relationships.
• Direct maintenance of hotel facilities, systems and equipment.
• Lead safety inspections and staff training on safety procedures.
• Plan and control maintenance budgets and capital expenditures.
• Collaborate with corporate maintenance on remodeling projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

English communication

Customer service orientation

Education

Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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"I joined as a server on the catering staff. Thanks to Hyatt's training and support, I now oversee a brilliant team that helps brings events to life."

Hyatt Regency Morristown at Headquarters Plaza

US - NJ - Morristown

Engineering/Facility Maintenance

Director

Full-time

Yearly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

Summary

Join our amazing team at Hyatt Regency Morristown which is situated in the heart of downtown Morristown’s historical district near George Washington’s Headquarters, The Morris Museum, and Fosterfields Living Historical Farm. Our newly renovated hotel features 256 guestrooms including 50 spacious studio suites. With more than 31,000 square feet of revitalized meeting and banquet space, the hotel provides premier meeting experience in the Tri-State area.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. As a member of the properties Executive Committee, the Director of Engineering is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager.

The Director of Engineering is responsible for maintaining the overall operation of the maintenance department and the appearance and working order of the hotel. The engineer must be able to work independently, as well as, with others. Responsibilities may include maintaining the exterior of the building, parking lot, and common areas, maintaining all equipment in guest rooms, conducting monthly safety inspections and training the staff on safety and emergency procedures, and working with vendors. The Director of Engineering must be willing to respond to emergencies, and work with corporate maintenance on special remodeling projects or capital expenditure needs. This position requires overall maintenance knowledge and trouble shooting ability with skills in painting, HVAC, carpentry, equipment, and tool usage.

What are additional benefits working at Hyatt Regency Morristown

Complimentary hotel nights and discounts at Hyatt properties around the world
Medical insurance benefits for you and your dependents 30 days after joining
Tuition Reimbursement and 401K/Employee Stock Purchasing Plan

Duties include:

Review contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors

Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects

Opening Properties: Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems

Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer

Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems

Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports

Develop and implement quality control programs

Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations

Capable of working with building code officials, planning/zoning officials and community design committees when required

Experience in managing utility systems

Prior equipment specifying and purchasing experience preferred

Maintain communications with Corporate Staff

Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
• 6 years or more of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt)
• With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred
• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
• At least 6 years experience in a senior role within facility management
• Proven leadership skills
• Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred
• Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
• Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

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