Hospitality Chief Engineer: Lead Maintenance & Systems

BENCHMARK; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead all maintenance, engineering, and building operations for The Kendall Hotel in Cambridge, MA. You will ensure safe, efficient performance of all systems and drive team development and operational excellence.

You will hire, coach, and evaluate staff; oversee capital projects, renovations, and vendor contracts; manage preventive maintenance programs, budgets, and ROI analyses; ensure safety compliance; and read construction drawings to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in hospitality or similar environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with building systems and preventive maintenance programs.
• Financial acumen (budgeting, cost control, ROI analysis).
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel.
• Degree and/or certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and manage the Engineering team.
• Oversee maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems.
• Manage preventive maintenance programs.
• Develop and manage budgets; perform cost and ROI analysis.
• Oversee capital projects, renovations, and vendor contracts.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Communicate with local regulatory agencies as needed.
• Interpret construction drawings and building plans.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Read technical drawings

MS Office/Excel

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Benchmark is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead all maintenance, engineering, and building operations for The Kendall Hotel in Cambridge, MA. You will ensure safe, efficient performance of all systems and drive team development and operational excellence.

You will hire, coach, and evaluate staff; oversee capital projects, renovations, and vendor contracts; manage preventive maintenance programs, budgets, and ROI analyses; ensure safety compliance; and read construction drawings to