Hotel Chief Engineer: Lead, Innovate & Optimize Systems

1 Hotels Group; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels in Seattle seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance team, overseeing the hotel’s mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems while driving energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs.

You will manage budgeting, regulatory compliance, and safety initiatives, including Fire Safety and Emergency Evacuation, drawing on 10+ years in engineering with 5+ in leadership; hospitality experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ten years in a senior engineering role with five years in management.
• Prior hospitality experience strongly preferred.
• LEED-GA certification or obtain within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of the hotel, facilities and F&B areas, ensuring standards.
• Lead energy conservation initiatives and preventative maintenance programs.
• Manage budget forecasting, capital planning and departmental decisions.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and safety procedures throughout the department.
• Lead Fire Safety & Emergency Evacuation Teams and training.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Energy management

OSHA knowledge

LEED-GA

Communication

Engineering

Hospitality experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree or related technical school degree

Job description

Starwood Hotels in Seattle seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance team, overseeing the hotel’s mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems while driving energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs.

You will manage budgeting, regulatory compliance, and safety initiatives, including Fire Safety and Emergency Evacuation, drawing on 10+ years in engineering with 5+ in leadership; hospitality experience is preferred.