Director of Engineering

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hotel stays

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, parental leave

Complimentary meals during shifts

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in New York City seeks a Director of Engineering to lead the maintenance department and ensure the smooth operation of the hotel’s facilities. You will oversee the 3rd‑party security team and work closely with Corporate Maintenance on capital projects and safety training.

The role requires broad maintenance knowledge including HVAC, painting, carpentry, and equipment troubleshooting, with the ability to respond to emergencies and coordinate with vendors and city

Qualifications

• Certifications required: NYC standpipe/sprinkler systems, fire and life safety director, refrigeration operating engineer, and fuel-oil piping/storage supervision.
• Experience managing engineering operations in a unionized hotel.
• Strong knowledge of NYC building codes, fire/life safety regs, and hotel health and safety standards.
• Experience overseeing third-party contracted security teams and Hyatt property security standards.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and negotiate revisions with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Direct activities for maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
• Coordinate with third-party security teams and ensure Hyatt standards.
• Lead monthly safety inspections and staff safety training.
• Prepare budgets, progress and cost tracking reports.
• Develop and implement quality control programs.
• Inspect projects for code and regulation compliance.
• Maintain communications with corporate staff.
• Coach and counsel employees to Hyatt service standards.

Skills

Security management

Leadership

Vendor management

Budgeting

Education

S13 - Citywide Standpipe System

S12 - Citywide Sprinkler System

T89 - Fire and Life Safety Director

Q99 - Refrigeration Operating Engineer

P98 - Supervision of Fuel-Oil Piping and Storage Systems

Job description

Summary

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 Leadership 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. They also must be experienced in oversight of 3 rd party Security team. 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.

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

The salary range for this position is $129,400 - $170,000 annually. Actual pay will be commensurate with experience.

Why Hyatt?

We take care of our people so they can take care of our guests. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Free and discounted hotel stays worldwide
• Medical, dental, vision coverage (after 30 days for full-time roles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, parental leave, and adoption assistance
• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Exclusive discounts with top brands

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• Required to possess and maintain the following New York City certifications and licenses:
  • S13 - Citywide Standpipe System
  • S12 - Citywide Sprinkler System
  • T89 - Fire and Life Safety Director
  • Q99 - Refrigeration Operating Engineer
  • P98 - Supervision of Fuel-Oil Piping and Storage Systems
• Demonstrated experience managing engineering operations within a unionized hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of New York City building codes, fire/life safety regulations, and hotel health and safety standards.
• Proven experience overseeing third-party contracted security teams and ensuring compliance with Hyatt and property security standards.