Chief Engineer - The Historic Cavalier Hotel - Virginia Beach, VA

Job Description

Job Description

The Chief Engineer leads all engineering and maintenance operations across The Cavalier Resort’s multi‐property campus, ensuring every building, system, and guest‐facing area operates at the highest standards of safety, reliability, and luxury. This role oversees a team of Engineers and Supervisors, manages preventive maintenance programs, coordinates capital and RFR projects, and ensures compliance with PHR, brand, and regulatory requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Engineering Operations Leadership — Direct daily maintenance activities, ensuring all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life‐safety systems function efficiently.
• Property Inspections — Conduct routine AM/PM inspections across all resort buildings; identify issues, assign work orders, and verify completion.
• Preventive Maintenance Management — Develop and execute PM schedules for guestrooms, public spaces, pools, kitchens, and back‐of‐house systems.
• Team Supervision & Training — Lead, coach, and schedule Engineers I & II; ensure proper coverage, skill development, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Guest Service Response — Oversee timely resolution of guest maintenance requests to maintain luxury‐level satisfaction.
• Safety & Compliance — Enforce OSHA, fire‐life‐safety, and brand standards; conduct regular safety training and maintain documentation.
• Budget & Inventory Control — Manage departmental budgets, labor planning, purchasing, and monthly inventories.
• Project Coordination — Support and oversee RFR, renovation, and capital improvement projects; coordinate with contractors and vendors.
• Quality Assurance — Ensure all resort facilities meet PHR and franchise QA standards through consistent inspection and follow‐through.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of engineering leadership experience in a full‐service or luxury hotel environment
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building automation systems
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast‐paced, guest‐centric environment
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs , work‐order systems, and vendor management
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‐solving skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and on‐call rotations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and climbing
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies across multiple buildings

What began as a celebrated 1920s hotel has evolved into Virginia Beach’s premier luxury resort. Born from the revival of The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, our storied destination has hosted presidents and icons alike. Today, the Cavalier Resort is home to three distinctive hotels (The Historic Cavalier Hotel & Beach Club, The Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort and The Embassy Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach Resort), nine exceptional restaurants, six stunning pools, a serene spa, a craft distillery, and endless ways to relax, unwind, and embrace the spirit of Be You. Be Cavalier.®

Company Description

What began as a celebrated 1920s hotel has evolved into Virginia Beach’s premier luxury resort. Born from the revival of The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, our storied destination has hosted presidents and icons alike. Today, the Cavalier Resort is home to three distinctive hotels (The Historic Cavalier Hotel & Beach Club, The Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort and The Embassy Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach Resort), nine exceptional restaurants, six stunning pools, a serene spa, a craft distillery, and endless ways to relax, unwind, and embrace the spirit of Be You. Be Cavalier.®