Area Chief of Engineering

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Area Chief Engineer

Department: Engineering

Supervision Exercised: Chief Engineers, Engineering Supervisors, Maintenance Technicians (across assigned properties)

Supervision Received: Vice President of Engineering

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational training in building systems, HVAC, electrical, or related fields preferred.
• Certifications such as EPA, HVAC, CPO, or related credentials strongly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 5–7 years of hotel, resort, or commercial building engineering experience.
• Prior Chief Engineer or Engineering Manager experience required.
• Multi-property or regional engineering leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with capital planning, mechanical systems, and preventive maintenance programs required.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop engineering teams across multiple properties.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance, work order systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to read blueprints, mechanical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong project management, budgeting, and time-management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to travel regularly between properties.
• Proficiency with CMMS/work order systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including emergencies or after-hours calls.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide engineering leadership and support for multiple hotel properties within the assigned region.
• Conduct regular property visits to assess facilities, equipment, safety, and compliance.
• Guide Chief Engineers and engineering teams on maintenance priorities, staffing, and daily operations.
• Ensure execution of preventive maintenance programs, life-safety inspections, and regulatory requirements.
• Support capital planning, budgeting, and execution of engineering-related projects.
• Oversee vendor relationships, major repairs, and contracted maintenance services.
• Assist properties with emergency responses, equipment failures, and operational disruptions.
• Monitor utility usage, energy efficiency, and environmental standards across properties.
• Ensure strong communication between engineering teams and property leadership.
• Support onboarding, training, and development of engineering staff at each property.
• Ensure consistent implementation of company and brand engineering standards.
• Review work orders, logs, PM schedules, and compliance documentation for accuracy.
• Participate in leadership meetings and collaborate with Corporate Engineering.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by regional or corporate leadership.