What are the responsibilities and job description for the CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING position at Texas Western Hospitality Group?
Job Details
Job Location: Texas - ADDISON, TX
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Description
Job Summary:
The Corporate Director of Engineering is responsible for overseeing the overall management of facilities across our portfolio of hotels within the Texas Western Hospitality portfolio. This position ensures that all properties maintain a high standard of operational excellence, ensuring efficient and cost-effective maintenance, safety, and guest satisfaction.
The Director will provide strategic leadership, drive facility-related initiatives, and collaborate with property-level teams to enhance operational performance and reduce costs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facility Operations Management:
- Lead and manage the strategic direction of facilities management across all hotel properties in the TWH portfolio.
- Ensure the timely maintenance and repair of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
- Ensure that all hotel facilities comply with local building codes, OSHA regulations, and company safety standards.
- In conjunction with the property General Manager, oversee the execution of facility-related programs, including preventive maintenance, capital improvements, and major renovations.
- Budget and Cost Management:
- In conjunction with the property General Manager, develop, manage, and monitor the facilities budget for all properties to ensure cost efficiency and the optimal allocation of resources.
- Track and report on operational expenses, ensuring adherence to budgeted targets.
- Review vendor contracts and service agreements to ensure competitive pricing and quality of service.
- Leadership and Team Management:
- In conjunction with the property General Manager, assist the facility Chief Engineer and maintenance staff across the company’s hotels, ensuring high-performance levels.
- Foster a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and accountability within the facilities management team.
- Provide training and development to property teams, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for facility upkeep.
- Vendor Management and Relationships:
- Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers.
- Ensure that all vendor contracts are well-managed, and that services meet agreed-upon brand quality standards and cost targets.
- Evaluate vendor performance and negotiate service agreements to optimize value and quality.
- Project Management:
- Lead or oversee major facility improvement projects, renovations, expansions, new construction and annual Cap Ex.
- Work closely with senior leadership and property teams to assess facility needs and prioritize capital projects.
- Manage timelines, resources, and project budgets to ensure successful project completion.
- Guest Experience and Brand Standards:
- In conjunction with the property General Manager, ensure that facility-related aspects of the hotel (i.e., physical appearance, amenities, cleanliness, and comfort) meet or exceed brand standards.
- Collaborate with hotel operations teams to ensure facility-related issues do not impact guest satisfaction.
- Sustainability and Energy Management:
- Promote and implement energy-saving initiatives and sustainability programs across all properties.
- Monitor energy usage and recommend improvements or upgrades to reduce consumption and costs.
- Stay informed about industry trends in sustainable facility management practices and implement applicable strategies.
Compensation:
- Benefits package includes Health insurance, Dental, Vision, retirement plans, and paid time off.
This job description outlines the core responsibilities and qualifications for the Corporate Director of Engineering role. Duties and expectations may evolve with Texas Western Hospitality's needs.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- 5 years as single property Chief Engineer
- 5 years of multi-unit engineering responsibility
- Hilton and Marriott experience preferred
- Experienced with Automated Preventative Maintenance systems.
- Extensive working knowledge of hotel Engineering and consistent record of success
- Strong negotiation skills as well as strong verbal and written communication capabilities
- Exceptional understanding of fundamental hotel mechanical systems, to include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, elevators, fire enunciator and suppression systems.
- Strong command of financial statements and ability to understand, interpret and analyze financial and cost management data
- Experienced working with Energy management systems in addition to evaluating energy savings initiatives and results
- Strong understanding of code compliance regulations
- Well-organized initiative-taker with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook
- 50-75% travel required
- Skills and Abilities:
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams.
- Excellent financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, with the ability to address issues quickly and effectively.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally.
- Strong project management skills, with experience overseeing large-scale facility projects.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and facility management software.
