Regional Director of Engineering (South Florida)

Full-Time

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Regional Director of Engineering to join our team. As a Regional Director of Engineering, you will be responsible for overseeing the engineering operations of our South Florida hotel portfolio.  

The Regional Director of Engineering is responsible for managing and supervising all building-related systems to ensure the safety of hotel guests, associates, and vendors. They ensure compliance with company engineering assumptions/culture, preventative maintenance programs and procedures, SOPs, and all Building/Fire/Health Department codes. 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the engineering operations of the company in South Florida hotel portfolio.
• Interview, hire, train, and develop departmental team members. Uncover and Resolve personnel problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate.
• Oversee maintenance team, painters, grounds, and landscaping - internal and contract crews regarding seasonal and ongoing needs.
• Implement and schedule property and equipment preventive maintenance programs (Including HVAC, Ice Machines, Kitchen Equipment, Tank-less water heaters, etc.) in compliance with corporate standards and local, state, and national codes and regulations. Keep logs as appropriate to detail compliance.
• Prioritize service requests; schedule and monitor the service performed to ensure customer satisfaction, safety, and convenience.
• Monitor utility consumption to determine the effectiveness of current systems.
• Review purchase requests and monitor budget expenses to ensure goals are met/exceeded.
• Oversee scheduling and implementation of Hotel Capital Improvement Projects (CapEx).
• Serve as safety officer for the property, with ultimate responsibility for all Life/Fire/Safety systems on the property, including, but not limited to, guest room and common area lock systems, fire suppression, and alarm systems.
• Schedule quarterly and yearly training for the property team, including—but not limited to— Hurricane Preparedness, First Aid, Blood-Borne Pathogens, Fire Alarm and evacuation plans, Fire Extinguisher Training, and Robbery scenarios.
• Manager on Duty (MOD) coverage as required.
• Schedule and perform room PMs (Planned Maintenance) a minimum of 3 x yearly.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards

Skills:  

• Skilled in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, business plan preparation, repairs and maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, and long-range planning.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and ensure goal accomplishment. Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, the public etc.
• Ability to develop and implement engineering strategies and plans.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel as required.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced engineering professional with a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Education

   Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.  Vocational schooling, certification, and/or experience in building-related trades required in 1 or more of the following areas: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Carpentry.

• Experience

  Minimum of 5 years experience in a commercial building.

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