Director of Engineering ($129,900 - $216,600)

Hyatt; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa in Huntington Beach, CA, seeks a Director of Engineering to lead the maintenance team and ensure safe, efficient hotel operations. The role requires strong independent work and collaboration with vendors, with responsibilities spanning building exterior, guest room systems, safety inspections, and capital projects.

You will coach staff to Hyatt service standards, manage budgets, and coordinate with corporate maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must have proven leadership skills.
• 6+ years of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt).
• Engineering/Facility Management degree or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and negotiate revisions with vendors, consultants, and contractors.
• Plan, organize, and direct maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and cost tracking reports.
• Inspect projects for compliance with building and safety codes.
• Coach and counsel staff to Hyatt service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Building management

Safety training

HVAC

Public area maintenance

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering/Facility Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Director of Engineering ($129,900 - $216,600)

Surf. Sand. Sunset. Success.

Find Yours at Our Special Place.

Shimmering views of the Pacific await you at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa. Our stunning, Spanish-inspired resort offers guests remarkable meeting space, pampering spa treatments, irresistible restaurants, and superior service in a stunning seaside setting. Join us as "We Care for People So They Can Be their Best."

What does the role entail?

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 programsInspect 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

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

• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others.
• 6 years or more of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt).
• Opening hotels and previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred.
• Resort experience (grounds, spa, pool etc.) required.
• Resort renovation experience preferred.
• Refined verbal and written communication skills.
• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Must be comfortable with CAL OSHA and OSHA training.
• A strong working knowledge of all major building systems, including life-safety systems, is required for this position.
• A strong working knowledge of mechanical skills.
• Proficient in professional public area maintenance practices.
• 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.
• Must be comfortable with computers and proficient with Microsoft based programs like Excel, Word, Outlook and others.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to walk long distances and stand for long periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in the sun and sand.
• Ability to push and pull heavy amounts of weight.

What You Will Love About Us

• Location, location, location!
• Full-time benefit eligibility after 30 days
• Discount hotel stays for colleagues, friends and family
• Tuition reimbursement
• Complimentary parking in our underground structure
• Complimentary meals during work hours
• Hyatt Perks which include thousands of national and local partners for various discounts.

Wellbeing

Our purpose is to care for people so they can be their best - and we believe wellbeing is the ultimate realization of our purpose

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance eligibility after 30 days of employment
• 401(k)