Chief Engineer

The Chief Engineer leads all property engineering and maintenance operations—owning asset integrity, safety, and preventive maintenance across guestrooms, public areas, amenities, and back-of-house. You’ll build and coach a high-performing team, manage CapEx and vendors, and ensure systems run safely, efficiently, and reliably to elevate the guest experience and protect the asset.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Preventive Maintenance

• Plan and oversee PM for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life-safety, elevators, pools/spas, laundry, kitchen, roofs, and building envelope.

• Ensure timely response/closure of work orders; minimize rooms/out-of-order through root-cause fixes and follow-up inspections.

• Maintain accurate asset inventories, as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranty records.

Life Safety, Compliance & Risk

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, ADA, NFPA, health & fire codes, and brand standards.

• Lead life-safety programs (fire alarm/sprinkler, emergency lighting, generator); conduct drills and keep logs current.

• Administer safety programs (LOTO, PPE, SDS, hot work permits) and incident investigations.

Team Leadership

• Recruit, schedule, and develop engineers/techs; set SOPs and craftsmanship standards; conduct performance reviews and skills training.

• Lead daily huddles and on-call rotations; model guest-friendly, solution-oriented communication.

CapEx, Projects & Vendors

• Develop multi-year CapEx plans; scope, bid, and manage projects (rooms refresh, MEP replacements, energy upgrades) to budget, quality, and timeline.

• Oversee contractors; verify permits, insurance, safety compliance, and closeout documentation.

Energy, Sustainability & Utilities

• Monitor utilities; optimize set points and controls to reduce consumption and costs.

• Maintain water management (e.g., Legionella mitigation), storm readiness, seasonal shutdown/start-ups.

Budgeting, Inventory & Procurement

• Own R&M and utilities budgets; approve invoices and control parts inventory.

• Negotiate service contracts and vendor SLAs; track performance and cost savings.

Systems, Reporting & Technology

• Administer CMMS/Work Order system (e.g., HotSOS/Quore); maintain PM calendars and KPIs (PM completion, OOO rooms, response times).

• Manage BMS/controls where applicable; partner with IT on system integrations and uptime.

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Coordinate with Housekeeping/Front Office on room readiness and service recovery.

• Support F&B, Events, and Operations with equipment needs and rapid response during peak periods.

Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: A comprehensive and competitive compensation package.
• Performance Bonuses: Based on company and individual performance.
• Health Benefits: Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match to help secure your financial future.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays to promote work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career advancement, mentorship, and ongoing learning.
• Employee Discounts: Discounts on hotel stays and services across PHM properties.
• Wellness Programs: Access to health and wellness initiatives to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Flexible Work Environment: Options for flexible scheduling and work arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Performance Hospitality Management (PHM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO):

PHM is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

• 5–7 years in building or hotel/resort engineering with 2 years in a lead/supervisory role (Chief/Assistant Chief/Engineering Manager).

• Strong hands-on knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry/paint, and general building systems; ability to read schematics/blueprints.

• Proven experience with code compliance, life-safety, and pool/spa operations.

• Proficient with CMMS and BMS/controls; Microsoft 365/Google Workspace.

• Certifications (preferred): EPA 608 Universal, CPO, OSHA 30; trade licenses a plus.

• Excellent leadership, organization, vendor management, and communication skills; calm under pressure.

• Valid driver’s license; ability to work flexible hours and participate in on-call rotation.

Physical Requirements

• Stand/walk for extended periods; climb ladders; access roofs/mechanical spaces and confined areas.

• Lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs; frequent bending, kneeling, reaching; work in hot/cold environments.

• Safely operate hand/power tools and equipment with required PPE.

Salary : $85,000 - $95,000