Multi-Property Chief Engineer – Hospitality Operations Leader

Dimension Hospitality Group; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimension Hospitality is seeking an Area Chief Engineer to lead engineering operations across Courtyard Santa Clarita, Fairfield Inn Santa Clarita, Hampton Inn Santa Clarita, Residence Inn Santa Clarita, and Homewood Suites Agoura Hills. This role drives safety, efficiency, and asset performance across multiple hotels, reporting to property leadership and mentoring engineering teams.

You will oversee building systems, preventative maintenance, budgeting, capital projects, and vendor management

Qualifications

• Proven multi-property engineering leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and BAS.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop teams.
• Skills in budgeting, capital planning, and cost control.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs.
• Travel between properties as needed and flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to Chief Engineers and maintenance teams across multiple hotel properties
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs to maximize asset performance and reduce downtime
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify operational, maintenance, and capital improvement needs
• Partner with General Managers and property leadership teams to support operational goals and guest satisfaction
• Assist with engineering department budgeting, capital planning, forecasting, and cost control initiatives
• Manage contractor and vendor relationships while ensuring quality workmanship and compliance standards
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and company safety regulations and requirements
• Provide technical expertise, troubleshooting support, and guidance on complex repair and maintenance issues
• Support property renovations, equipment upgrades, and capital improvement projects
• Review and analyze engineering performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain emergency response procedures and provide leadership during critical incidents and property emergencies
• Travel regularly between assigned properties to provide operational support and oversight

Skills

Engineering leadership

HVAC systems

Budget management

Preventative maintenance

Capital planning

Travel ability

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Dimension Hospitality is seeking an Area Chief Engineer to lead engineering operations across Courtyard Santa Clarita, Fairfield Inn Santa Clarita, Hampton Inn Santa Clarita, Residence Inn Santa Clarita, and Homewood Suites Agoura Hills. This role drives safety, efficiency, and asset performance across multiple hotels, reporting to property leadership and mentoring engineering teams.

You will oversee building systems, preventative maintenance, budgeting, capital projects, and vendor management