Director of Engineering

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Park City (UT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free room nights

Medical insurance

401K with company match

Free employee meals

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Stock purchase plan

Ski pass

Training and development

Job summary

The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Park City is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the hotel’s maintenance and operations, reporting to the General Manager. This senior role requires proactive oversight of HVAC, safety, and capital projects, with exposure to corporate leadership.

You will manage vendor relationships, budgeting, and staff development to ensure top-tier service and compliance with building codes, while fostering Hyatt's culture of guest excellence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in hotel or building management, typically with Hyatt.
• Opening hotels experience preferred.
• Service oriented with strong presentations skills.
• Senior facility management experience with leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts, negotiate with vendors and contractors.
• Direct maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
• Budget planning, cost tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure safety, building codes, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with corporate staff on capital projects and emergencies.
• Lead and coach maintenance staff to Hyatt standards.

Skills

Leadership

Facility management

Pre-opening experience

Communication skills

MS Word

Excel

Vendor management

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Summary

The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is in the famed Deer Valley ski resort and approximately 40 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is part of a new development, planned to incorporate 17 ski lifts, ±1,600 residential units, 8 hotels with a total of ±1,350 rooms, ±250,000 square feet of conference and retail space, and one of the largest "ski beaches" in the world.

The Grand Hyatt is comprised of 436 luxury accommodations including 381 guest rooms and 55 residential units with approximately 30,000 square feet of versatile indoor meeting space, lobby level 3-meal restaurant and bar, signature bar, pool/après ski bar and grill, coffee bistro, large outdoor event terrace, pool and 3 whirlpools, kids club, and fitness area.

Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

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 Grand Hyatt Deer Valley's 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. 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

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Free room Nights, Discounted and friends & Family room rates*
• Medical, Dental and vision insurance with only 30-day waiting period*!
• 401K with company Match*
• Free employee meal during shift
• Generous paid time off*
• Tuition reimbursement*
• Employee stock purchase plan*
• Ski Pass*
• Excellent training, professional development and more

*Applicable for FT Year Around Positions

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.

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, 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