Senior Hotel Engineer & Facilities Leader

Starwood Hotels; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance team across the hotel and F&B facilities, ensuring safe, reliable operations and adherence to energy conservation programs.

You will direct engineering staff, manage budgets and capital plans, and ensure compliance with all codes and regulations while driving energy efficiency initiatives in a 24-hour hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Ten years in a senior engineering role, with at least five years in a managerial capacity.
• Hospitality industry experience strongly preferred.
• LEED or similar sustainability familiarity is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ongoing maintenance of the hotel and F&B facilities, including the building, mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Maintain effective Energy Management and pursue energy-efficient projects.
• Lead, mentor and coordinate engineering staff to meet department standards and prompt execution.
• Oversee departmental budget, forecasting, capital planning and proposals for ongoing maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws and building codes.
• Lead the hotel's Fire Safety & Emergency Evacuation Teams.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Energy management

Budgeting

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or technical school

Job description

Starwood Hotels is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance team across the hotel and F&B facilities, ensuring safe, reliable operations and adherence to energy conservation programs.

You will direct engineering staff, manage budgets and capital plans, and ensure compliance with all codes and regulations while driving energy efficiency initiatives in a 24-hour hospitality environment.