Hotel Director of Engineering

Davidson Hospitality Group; North Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage (multi-tier)

Dental & Vision coverage

Teledoc service

Free maintenance medications

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

FORTH Hotel and Club in Atlanta invites a visionary Director of Engineering to lead a dynamic team and shape the property's engineering strategy. You will oversee operations, plan energy-efficient initiatives, and ensure state-of-the-art facilities support a premium guest experience.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration across departments in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Directorship or assistant director experience is required.
• Hospitality, institutional HVAC systems experience 3–5 years.
• Refrigeration and HVAC certification.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life-safety, and preventive maintenance systems.
• Budget management and cost control experience; stationary engineering license preferred; valid driver’s license.
• Able to communicate effectively with the public and team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize engineering operations.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and renovation of the property's infrastructure and systems.
• Manage the engineering team, providing guidance, training, and mentorship.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of engineering services.
• Implement sustainable and eco-friendly initiatives to promote energy conservation.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service delivery.

Skills

Director/Assistant Director experience

HVAC systems experience

Refrigeration, HVAC certification

Electrical, mechanical, life-safety, M

Budget management & cost control

Communication with public & team

Job description

• Refrigeration, HVAC certification

Join the Team at FORTH Hotel and Club – Atlanta’s Most Exciting Destination!

Step into the energy of Atlanta at FORTH Hotel and Club, where modern luxury meets creative spirit. Designed to bring people together, FORTH blends boutique hospitality with an elevated social experience—featuring stylish rooms, buzzing restaurants and bars, and a vibrant members’ club that celebrates culture, community, and connection.

As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to help shape a one-of-a-kind hotel experience in the heart of the city. If you’re passionate about service, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to be part of something bold and new—this is where your next chapter begins.

Overview

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and a strong technical background? Join our team as the Director of Engineering and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our property. As the Director of Engineering, you will oversee a dynamic team and be responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and management of all engineering operations. From enhancing energy efficiency to maintaining state-of-the‑art facilities, you will ensure seamless operations and a superior guest experience. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, have a knack for problem‑solving, and possess excellent leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a lasting impact in the hospitality industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize engineering operations and enhance overall efficiency.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and renovation of the property's infrastructure and systems.
• Manage the engineering team, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to drive excellence.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of engineering services.
• Implement sustainable and eco‑friendly initiatives to promote energy conservation.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Director or Assistant Director required
• Hotel, institutional, HVAC systems experience of 3-5 years
• Refrigeration, HVAC certification
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life safety systems, preventative maintenance systems etc
• Budget management, cost control and financial responsibility experience with stationary engineering licensed preferred Valid Driver’s license
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award‑winning, full‑service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well‑being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre‑employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.