Strategic Chief Engineer – Hospitality & Asset Care

Avion Hospitality; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Hotel travel benefits & associate with

Career growth & development

Job summary

Avion Hospitality seeks a Strategic Chief Engineer to lead the hotel's Engineering department, overseeing building maintenance, asset protection, grounds, and guest/associate satisfaction. You will drive capital planning, vendor relations, and energy efficiency while aligning with brand standards and hotel-wide strategies.

You will recruit and mentor a high-performing team, ensure safety and quality across all engineering functions, and manage projects and budgets to maximize ROI for the owner.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Hospitality Facilities Management experience.
• Previous Chief Engineer or Director of Engineering in a large full-service property.
• Experience leading facilities, construction and renovation projects.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and project documents.
• Knowledge of budgeting, life safety, capital planning and administration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term engineering strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a high-performing engineering team.
• Ensure technical excellence, safety compliance, and quality across engineering functions.
• Oversee planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Manage department budgets, labor, equipment, and resources effectively.
• Direct preventive maintenance programs to protect assets and improve reliability.
• Collaborate with housekeeping, front desk, F&B, sales and other departments for alignment.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and brand standards.
• Provide hands-on leadership, troubleshooting, and technical guidance as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement in energy management, sustainability, and life-safety systems.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Budgeting

Project management

Team mentoring

Safety compliance

Energy management

Blueprint reading

Vendor relations

Education

Certified Pool Operator

HVACR certification

Equivalent trade licenses

Tools

Project management systems

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Property management systems

Job description

Avion Hospitality seeks a Strategic Chief Engineer to lead the hotel's Engineering department, overseeing building maintenance, asset protection, grounds, and guest/associate satisfaction. You will drive capital planning, vendor relations, and energy efficiency while aligning with brand standards and hotel-wide strategies.

You will recruit and mentor a high-performing team, ensure safety and quality across all engineering functions, and manage projects and budgets to maximize ROI for the owner.