Director of Engineering

Description:

The salary range for this position is $115,000 - $120,000. This is the pay range for this position that Andaz Napa reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Director of Engineering is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager.

The Director of Engineering is responsible for maintaining the overall operation of the maintenance department and the appearance and working order of the hotel. The engineer must be able to work independently, as well as, with others. Responsibilities may include maintaining the exterior of the building, parking lot, and common areas, maintaining all equipment in guest rooms, conducting monthly safety inspections and training the staff on safety and emergency procedures, and working with vendors. The Director of Engineering must be willing to respond to emergencies, and work with corporate maintenance on special remodeling projects or capital expenditure needs. This position requires overall maintenance knowledge and trouble shooting ability with skills in painting, HVAC, carpentry, equipment, and tool usage.

Duties include:

• Review contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors

• Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects

• Opening Properties: Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems

• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer

• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems

• Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports

• Develop and implement quality control programs

• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations

• Capable of working with building code officials, planning/zoning officials and community design committees when required

• Experience in managing utility systems

• Prior equipment specifying and purchasing experience preferred

• Maintain communications with Corporate Staff

• Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds

• 6 years or more of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt)

• With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred

• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills

• At least 6 years experience in a senior role within facility management

• Proven leadership skills

• Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred

• Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line

• Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Our Values: Empathy | Integrity | Respect| Inclusion| Experimentation| Wellbeing

Why Work at Andaz Napa?

Complimentary Hotel Room Nights*, Discounted Colleague Rate & Friends & Family Room Rates Worldwide

Discounted F&B when Staying at Hyatt Hotels Worldwide

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Full-Time Colleagues)

Retirement Savings Plan

Highly Competitive Salaries & Incentives

Excellent Training and Professional Development

Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more.

Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts

Tuition Reimbursement, up to $1,000 a year*

This is a great opportunity to start a career with Hyatt Hotels Worldwide. For immediate consideration for this position, click Apply Now and complete an application for this position on the Hyatt Careers Site!

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

Primary Location: US-CA-Napa

Organization: Andaz Napa

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Engineering/Facility Maintenance

Req ID: NAP002079

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.