Director of Engineering

Viceroy Washington DC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Educational opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Viceroy Hotels in Washington DC is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the hotel’s engineering team and coordinate with corporate and area stakeholders to maximize asset value and guest satisfaction. The role emphasizes SOP development, energy conservation, preventative maintenance, and safety, with audits, budgeting, and staying ahead of industry trends.

Strong leadership and communication are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Flexible and long hours may be required.
• Heavy physical effort, up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Travel related to company business sometimes required.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.

Responsibilities

• Focus 80% of time on base hotel operations.
• Establish relationships with properties and Corporate office.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and policies.
• Develop energy conservation initiatives and promote their use.
• Promote preventative maintenance activities.
• Promote operational safety throughout the organization.
• Advance the engineering discipline across the organization.
• Attend hotel meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Long hours

Travel willingness

Stand for shift

Job description

Viceroy Hotels

ViceroyHotels & Resorts offers a fresh take on hospitality, centered on the richness of experiences and cultural connection. A leader in modern luxury, Viceroy is committed to creating unique, immersive experiences that allow guests to craft unforgettable narratives rooted in the authenticity of each destination.Viceroy’s portfolio of hotels and resorts can be found in a diverse array of breathtaking and inspiring locations including Los Cabos, Santa Monica, Chicago, Riviera Maya, Kopaonik, Snowmass, Washington D.C.,St. Lucia, and Portugal’s Algarve, with a forthcoming resort in Sun Valley, Idaho slated to open in summer 2026.

Location

Viceroy Washington DC personifies the eclectic Logan Circle neighborhood as home to a diverse and genuine collection of artists and urban innovators. Located off the vibrant 14th Street Corridor, steps from unique shops, galleries, bars, and restaurants, Viceroy Washington DC is poised to act as a thoughtful host among the city’s liveliest and artful locations.

Overview

The Director of Engineering is responsible for being part of an engineering team that will focus on corporate wide engineering issues as well as local hotel issues that require support or collaboration from the corporate team. The goal of the team will be to leverage the skills and talent of the engineering organization to maximize value to the guest, associates, and the hotel assets.

Responsibilities

• A minimum of 80% of time needs to be focused on the base hotel as the Director of Engineering. The Area Director is 100% responsible for their base hotel.
• Establish relationships with all the properties in the area as well as with the Corporate office team.
• Work to develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) and policies.
• Develop energy conservation initiatives and promote their use.
• Promote preventative maintenance activities throughout the organization.
• Promote operational safety throughout the organization.
• Further the advancement of the engineering discipline throughout the organization.
• Participate in conference calls and meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in training and mentoring programs to support the Directors of Engineering and Engineering departments in the Area.
• Conduct a minimum of 2 property audits for the hotel utilizing the standardized Engineering audit format.
• Conduct engineering analysis of products and processes (i.e. capital equipment, new technology) and make recommendations for the area and the corporation.
• Assist in the budgeting and planning process at all hotels in the assigned area as needed.
• Stay up to date with industry trends.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.

Qualifications

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Heavy work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and /or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Travel related to company business sometimes required.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.

Benefits

We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

For Employees Based in Washington:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

For Employees Based in Colorado:

• 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• 6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

For Employees Based in California:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.
• Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

The above-referenced benefits do not apply to part-time positions

Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (“CBA”). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable.

Posting Date

This job opening was posted on October 06 2026 and will remain open for at least 75 days.