Director of Engineering

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Reston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport in Renton, WA, is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead maintenance and safety programs for the property. The role reports to the hotel General Manager and offers high visibility with senior and corporate leadership.

The Director will manage the maintenance department, coordinate with vendors, budget, conduct safety training, and ensure compliance with building codes. Strong leadership in a dynamic hospitality environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Six or more years in progressive hotel or building management.
• Proven leadership across facilities and maintenance.
• Experience negotiating vendor contracts and capital projects.
• Strong communication and customer-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations and safety compliance throughout the hotel.
• Review contracts and negotiate changes with vendors and contractors.
• Prepare budgets, track costs, and manage capital expenditures.
• Coach staff to Hyatt service standards and procedures.

Skills

Hotel management

Leadership

Vendor coordination

Budgeting

Safety procedures

English communication

Education

Engineering/Facility Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

"Hyatt is a place of learning – similar to a university. The company offers so many ways for me to learn and grow, both professionally and personally."

106,300.00 Yearly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

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 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, 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

• 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

Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport | Renton , WA , US