Director of Engineering

Purpose / Objective The overall objective and purpose of the Director of Engineering position is to oversee preventative maintenance programs, repair and maintenance of mechanical systems and capital expenditures for all properties. Responsibilities include coordination and assessment for Chief Engineers of each property, budgeting and capital planning as well as monitoring actual results to budget. Areas of Responsibility Primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to the following:  Oversee capital projects by assisting properties determining needs, both short term and long term capital planning (5-10 year scope).  Develop and monitor preventative maintenance for building systems, renovations and capital improvement projects.  Develops and oversees the preventive maintenance and repair work order processes and ensures property compliance with timeliness and quality standards  Monitor property throughout the year through detailed property walks/checklists to ensure budgeted and emergency capital needs are met.  Works collaboratively with all of the hotels to leverage resources, assets, and purchases; reviews requests for new supplies and equipment  Conducts regular property walks, inspections, and tracks progress on major projects  Provides direction and examples for interpreting and applying company policies and procedures to engineering activities  Participates in the development of capital expenditure goals; manages projects as needed  Monitors and critiques monthly property maintenance and utility P&L statements for areas of opportunity  Ensures regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards and maintenance and life safety systems; Prepares and submits reports required by state agencies  Ensures the properties are ADA compliant  Negotiates and reviews contracts as needed  Ensures all maintenance and inspections are completed and registered required regulations.  Works closely with the properties in environmental initiatives that will favorably affect expenses and benefit environment.  Supports properties to ensure engineering scorecard are completed and actions taken as needed  Reviews guest satisfaction surveys and identifies areas of improvement, ensures accountability for continuous improvement of results  Communicates effectively to all relevant parties all priorities, initiatives and results within the Engineering Division  Participates in all relevant audits to ensure alignment with the company and brand required standards.  Trains, develops and leads regular communication with property Chief Engineers about continuing education and certifications that are required and/or necessary  Ensures all relevant needed and mandatory training for the Division is in place  In conjunction with the COO and General Managers sets annual Divisional goals for the properties  In conjunction with the property General Managers, monitors performance of Chief Engineers and recommends actions as needed. Participates and provides feedback in the Performance Reviews of Chief Engineers.  Follows up on the GP Engagement scores in the Division  Proactively supports the search of leadership talent in the Division and actively participates in the selection process Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s) To perform this role successfully, an individual must have experience achieving desired result(s) in their areas of responsibility. The requirements listed below are representative of observable behaviors and essential knowledge, skill, and abilities required of a successful incumbent.  Strategic business leader - Works strategically to devise plans in alignment with organizational goals.  Cultivates engagement - Builds loyalty to the company and not to themselves. Proven ability to host/facilitate effective meetings, motivate teams to produce results with tight timeframes while simultaneously managing several projects.  Generates alignment - Ensures proper time and effort is spent to build high level performance and consistency throughout collection.  Leads with courage - Provides a culture of accountability.  Execution of plans - Utilizes our systems, tools and resources to accomplish results and achieve goals

 Advanced level of written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.  Strong ability to lead teams and to communicate to both engineers and to upper management, particularly with respect to all operating standards  Comprehensive knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner  Ability to negotiate with vendors and brand representatives  Advanced level of resolving problems using a variety of methods and sources of input  Ability to analyze human resource needs and market conditions to plan projects  Exceptional ability to Forecasts operating costs of departments and directs preparation of budget requests.  Ability to decipher and work with brand standards requirements for compliance, and negotiate alternatives.  Working knowledge of OSHA regulations/requirements Key Partnerships To perform this role successfully, an individual must cultivate successful relationships with the following individuals to achieve alignment and support. 1. CEO 2. President & COO, Kessler Collection Design & Development 3. President, Kessler Collection Management 4. Chief Financial Officer 5. Vice President of Human Resources 6. Chief Operations Officer 7. Corporate Directors 8. General Managers 9. Chief Engineers Supervisory Responsibilities Supervisory and leadership responsibilities include achieving results through providing direction and accountability of the following Grand Performers within the culture and policies established by the Kessler Collection. Reports:  Corporate Engineering Manager Minimum Qualifications Education, Certifications, Work Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in Business or related training equivalent - required  10 years of relevant work experience in similar scope and title – required  Experience within luxury brand/markets – required  Experience in construction and mechanical systems – required Work Environment / Conditions The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, without the use of a private office.  Must be able to cope with frequent changing priorities and deadlines with a high degree of optimism, professionalism & collaboration.  Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice.  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stoop, bend, crouch, push, pull, and lift up to 25 pounds, reach with hands and arms, and use fingers to handle or feel, and talk and hear  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Savannah, GA 31401: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location