Facilities Director - Hotels & Multi-Unit Properties

Gale-Hotels; Torch of Friendship (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Gale-Hotels is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Facilities department for a large hotel/condo complex. You will direct a team, manage preventive maintenance, and oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and grounds to ensure optimal guest experiences.

You will develop budgets, forecast needs, and coordinate with outside vendors while ensuring regulatory compliance and energy efficiency. Fluency in English; Spanish preferred to support diverse staff and guests is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a Facilities/Engineering Director or similar role for a hotel or condo facility with at least 400 units.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team and outside contractors.
• Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, kitchen equipment, life safety and security systems.
• Ability to develop and manage a budget.
• Pre-opening experience preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of professionals, setting objectives, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee the physical aspects of the hotel, including the building, equipment, and grounds.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative and ongoing maintenance program for all facilities.
• Respond to all maintenance requests in a timely fashion and ensure high-quality work.
• Monitor and maintain HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, kitchen equipment, life safety, laundry, and security systems.
• Manage outside contractors and vendors, negotiating contracts.
• Implement and maintain an energy management program to reduce utility costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and health regulations and maintain inspection/repair records.
• Develop and manage the annual budget for the Facilities department.
• Develop a sustainability program with the internal team and external vendors.
• Provide regular reports to General Manager on status of facilities.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC

Budgeting

Contract Negotiation

Electrical Systems

Plumbing

Life Safety

Spanish (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gale-Hotels is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Facilities department for a large hotel/condo complex. You will direct a team, manage preventive maintenance, and oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and grounds to ensure optimal guest experiences.

You will develop budgets, forecast needs, and coordinate with outside vendors while ensuring regulatory compliance and energy efficiency. Fluency in English; Spanish preferred to support diverse staff and guests is advantageous.