Hotel Chief Engineer: Ops, Safety & Energy Leader

The Wolseley Hotels; New York (NY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wolseley New York Hotel is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering department, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable operation of all building systems and guest comfort. You will oversee preventive maintenance, capital projects and compliance, and manage an on-site, unionized engineering team.

Based in Manhattan, you will drive energy efficiency, oversee budgets with Finance, and coordinate with security and hotel leadership to uphold safety standards and guest experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hotel engineering operations.
• FSLD certification required.
• Experience in a union environment preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of NYC building codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with fire, health and safety legislation including OSHA, FDNY and DOB requirements.
• Guarantee that all fire, life and safety systems are fully operational and compliant.
• Plan and oversee preventive maintenance, renovations and technical projects with minimal disruption to hotel operations.
• Lead capital projects and liaise with contractors, vendors and ownership representatives.
• Drive energy efficiency initiatives and cost-saving measures.
• Prepare and manage the Engineering budget in collaboration with Finance.
• Lead and develop a unionised engineering team, managing scheduling and staffing.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Leadership

English fluency

Education

FSLD certification

Job description

The Wolseley New York Hotel is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering department, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable operation of all building systems and guest comfort. You will oversee preventive maintenance, capital projects and compliance, and manage an on-site, unionized engineering team.

Based in Manhattan, you will drive energy efficiency, oversee budgets with Finance, and coordinate with security and hotel leadership to uphold safety standards and guest experience.