Director of Engineering

Job Title: Director of Engineering

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Director of Operations

Location: Woodbridge, NJ - On-Site, In Person Position

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary: The Director of Engineering (DoE) ensures proper, continuous operations at the property. The role provides leadership and guidance to personnel in maintaining all equipment, systems, and building components, including but not limited to mechanical and electrical systems, pumps, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, locks, and other equipment/work for the hotel. This role also provides leadership to maximize assets, drive guest satisfaction, support business performance, and enhance Hotel brands. Additionally, the role defines and presents opportunities for operational improvement, evaluates risks, works within an area of expertise to provide effective solutions, and implements systems and processes that leverage and support enterprise strategies to maximize engineering performance.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates the work of engineering staff.
• Oversees engineering staff and ensures that they meet goals and objectives.
• Recruits additional engineering staff as needed.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Provides training and mentoring as needed.
• Work with payroll system to ensure staff is paid accurately on a weekly basis
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversees progress and timeliness of projects in the Hotel
• Reviews project reports to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget.
• Gives priority to guests requests or complaints
• Performs other related duties as required.
  
  

Administration

• Develops an engineering operating strategy that is aligned with the property/brand’s business strategy.
• Develops and manages Engineering budget.
• Addresses potential areas of concern and proposes solutions to owners in a proactive manner.
• Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
• Ensures compliance with State, Local and Federal regulations
• Ensures building and equipment licenses, permits and certifications are current
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently
• Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Extensive technical knowledge of engineering and product development.
• Excellent financial skills and ability to analyze financial data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Experience collaborating with union teams and third-party vendors.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule is required, availability 7 days a week is required.