Chief Engineer | Bohemian Hotel Savannah Riverfront

Job Description

An inspiring career awaits you!

The Kessler Collection is a portfolio of luxury boutique hotels, unique restaurants and experiences with a Bohemian twist. The collection's captivating hotels feature curated art, original music, unique architecture and stories around every corner, all located in destinations people want to be. Our mission of inspiring places, intuitive service, and exuberant guests means we are committed to our Grand Performers learning, development, and well-being. We believe people want to be inspired!

Grand Performers may enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Marriott Employee Discounts Worldwide
• Competitive Wage & Discretionary Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company-Sponsored Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(K) with Discretionary Company Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

Primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee the Engineering department operations, ensuring implementation and execution of KQA and BSA standards
• Maintain the integrity of Company proprietary information and protect Company assets
• Maintain the integrity of our guests’ privacy, including confidentiality of personal information as well as key control
• Develops and maintains a schedule and budget for the assigned engineering project
• Provides reports on the status of project milestones and adjusts schedules accordingly
• Controls expenditures within limitations of budget
• Supervises Grand Performers’ ability to execute department and hotel emergency procedures
• Manages department’s controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals
• Manages 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 room’s maintenance program
• Ensures regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards
• Establishes priorities for total hotel maintenance needs
• Maintains accurate logs and records as required
• Maintains complete knowledge and ensure compliance of company policies and standard operating procedures
• Conduct monthly meetings with subordinates to proactively solve problems, respond to questions and create a positive and productive work environment
• Train, mentor, and develop Grand Performers to the standards of a world class property and intuitive service experience. Assist in developing leaders and bench strength through the implementation of the Job Coach program
• Conduct Grand Performer coaching and counseling
• Conduct interviews and select candidates who fit our “best of the best” model
• Provide ongoing recognition per the Company recognition program
• Effectively plans, schedules, and evaluates preventative maintenance programs
• Inspects and evaluates the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required
• Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment
• Selects and orders or purchases new equipment, supplies, and furnishings
• All other duties as assigned, planned or unplanned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree – preferred
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in similar scope and title – required
• Experience within luxury brand/markets – required
• Trade related certifications – preferred