Assistant Director of Engineering (Pre-opening)

Assistant Director of Engineering (Pre-opening) ACCOR

As the Assistant Director of Engineering, you will assist the Cluster Director of Engineering in transitioning the Resort from the construction and opening phase to fully operational status. You will provide leadership and direction across the engineering team while ensuring seamless compliance with Fairmont standards and brand expectations.

What you’ll do

• Oversee the handover process from construction to daily hotel operations, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Develop and implement the Preventative Maintenance Program for guest rooms, public areas, and safety systems while working closely with Operational Divisions.
• Provide the technical information for repair, maintenance, operation, modification, and replacement activity to ensure all jobs are being done correctly.
• Oversee the landscaping of the Hotel and pool maintenance.
• Participate in the preparation of CAPEX expenditures for the Hotel as well as annual budget preparation for the department and monthly forecasting and commentary.
• Recruit, schedule, complete payroll, performance reviews, and the training & development, and engagement strategies for all engineering team members.
• Coordinate and manage outside contractors, including sourcing of appropriate suppliers, preparation of purchase orders, and facilitation of supplier negotiations.
• Assist in the monitoring of energy and water management programs.
• Monitor, update, and implement the fire safety plan, building evacuation, and disaster recovery plan.
• Coordinate and complete all audits related to engineering and risk management.
• Manage the hotel emergency response team in coordination with security and hotel management.
• Actively participate in the Hotel’s energy management, Occupational Health & Safety, and environmental programs.
• Ensure compliance with all city and state regulations and ordinances.
• Perform inspections of the property and monitor compliance with government and city regulations to ensure all laws are followed and guests and employee safety.
• Balance operational, administrative, and colleague needs.
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment, with continual emphasis on promoting colleague and guest health and safety.
• Assist in overall management responsibilities as needed.
• Follow department policies, procedures, and service standards.

• Previous pre-opening experience required within the luxury industry.
• Previous leadership experience in the Engineering/Maintenance field, preferably in a pre-opening and operational luxury Hotel Setting.
• Proven supervision of various building maintenance and construction trades including work scheduling, project management, and personnel.
• Technical knowledge of electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and all areas of engineering.
• Knowledge in all local municipal codes and regulations as well as fire department requirements and building testing.
• Engineering degree/diploma and/or valid trade qualifications preferred.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Windows applications required.
• Service-focused personality and passion for hospitality.
• Proven ability to build and maintain good relationships with all stakeholders, including contract teams, consultants, and vendors.
• Communicate thoughts, actions, and opportunities clearly with strong networking skills.
• Results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure.
• Ability to lead by example, believe in a strong team culture, and set the scene for high performance.

Company Industry: Hotels, Hospitality

Department / Functional Area: Engineering

Keywords: Assistant Director Of Engineering (Pre-opening)