Head of Luxury Hotel Engineering & Facilities

BENCHMARK; United States; On-site; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a Director of Engineering for The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, CA, a legendary luxury property with historic character. You will lead the Engineering team and oversee maintenance programs, capital projects, and regulatory compliance to protect guest safety and comfort.

In this role you will manage budgets, optimize energy use, plan renovations with minimal disruption, and collaborate with housekeeping, F&B, and operations to maintain iconic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent education and hospitality experience considered.
• 7–10 years of progressive engineering or facilities management experience.
• 3–5 years in a leadership role within a luxury hotel, resort, or historic property preferred.
• Experience managing large-scale building systems and capital projects.
• Historical property maintenance experience highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and life safety systems.
• Working knowledge of BAS.
• Excellent project management, organizational, financial management, and budgeting skills.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance software and CMMS.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and engineering drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to providing outstanding guest service and supporting hotel operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct all daily operations of the Engineering Department.
• Develop, implement, and oversee a preventive maintenance program for guest rooms, public spaces, restaurants, spa, meeting spaces, and back-of-house operations.
• Preserve and maintain the historic character of The Mission Inn while ensuring luxury standards.
• Supervise HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, boilers, life safety, elevators, pools, kitchen and laundry equipment, BAS, and other building systems.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, fire, health, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets.
• Monitor utility consumption and implement energy conservation initiatives.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee capital improvement and renovation projects with minimal disruption.
• Negotiate and manage service agreements with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, equipment logs, and regulatory documentation.
• Lead emergency response procedures related to building systems and facility operations.
• Collaborate with housekeeping, F&B, front office, security, and sales departments to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Respond promptly to guest and departmental maintenance concerns while maintaining high service standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and ensure all engineering tools, equipment, and workspaces are maintained safely and organized.
• Participate in hotel leadership meetings and contribute to strategic planning initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication

Strategic planning

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CMMS software

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a Director of Engineering for The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, CA, a legendary luxury property with historic character. You will lead the Engineering team and oversee maintenance programs, capital projects, and regulatory compliance to protect guest safety and comfort.

In this role you will manage budgets, optimize energy use, plan renovations with minimal disruption, and collaborate with housekeeping, F&B, and operations to maintain iconic