What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering position at Davidson Hospitality Group?
Property Overview
Parrot Key Hotel & Villas delivers a relaxed, upscale island experience set across lush tropical grounds just minutes from Old Town Key West. Featuring spacious rooms and private villas, four resort-style pools, and vibrant dining, the property blends laid-back luxury with a strong, guest-focused culture—making it an ideal setting for hospitality professionals looking to grow in a dynamic resort environment.
Overview
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and a strong technical background? Join our team as the Director of Engineering and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our property. As the Director of Engineering, you will oversee a dynamic team and be responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and management of all engineering operations. From enhancing energy efficiency to maintaining state-of-the-art facilities, you will ensure seamless operations and a superior guest experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a knack for problem-solving, and possess excellent leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a lasting impact in the hospitality industry.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize engineering operations and enhance overall efficiency.
- Oversee the maintenance, repair, and renovation of the property's infrastructure and systems.
- Manage the engineering team, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to drive excellence.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of engineering services.
- Implement sustainable and eco-friendly initiatives to promote energy conservation.
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service delivery.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Director or Assistant Director required
- Hotel, institutional, HVAC systems experience of 3-5 years
- Refrigeration, HVAC certification
- Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life safety systems, preventative maintenance systems etc
- Budget management, cost control and financial responsibility experience with stationary engineering licensed preferred Valid Driver’s license
- Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members
Benefits
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
- Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- 24/7 Teledoc service
- Free Maintenance Medications
- Pet Insurance
- Hotel Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
- 401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.