Chief Engineer at Marriott

JOB SUMMARY

Manages all engineering/maintenance operations, including maintaining the building, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Responsible for maintaining regulatory requirements. Leads the emergency response team for all facility issues.

 

CANDIDATE PROFILE

 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 2 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

 

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

 

Managing Property Operations and Engineering Budgets

• Supervises Engineering in the absence of the Director of Engineering.

• Assists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.

• Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.

• Establishes and manages an effective rooms maintenance program.

• Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards and procedures.

• Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Select and order or purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.

• Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.

• Recommend or arrange for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.

• Supervises the day to day operations of Engineering.

 

Maintaining Property Standards

• Maintains accurate logs and records as required.

• Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.

 

Providing Exceptional Customer Service

• Handles guest problems and complaints effectively.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Displays leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

 

Managing Profitability

• Helps establish priorities for total property maintenance needs.

• Ensures on-going communication occurs in all areas of responsibility to create awareness of business objectives, awareness of expectations and recognition of exemplary performance.

 

Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members.

• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.

• Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.

• Strives to improve service performance.

• Provides feedback to employees based on observation of service behaviors.

• Supervises employee's ability to execute departmental and property emergency procedures.

• Reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.

• Solicits employee feedback.

• Helps ensure regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards.

• Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.

• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

 

The salary range for this position is $73,000 to $96,000 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.  

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

 

 

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.