Director of Engineering

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Columbia Hospitality. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

The Director of Engineering is responsible for overseeing all aspects of property maintenance, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the hotel’s physical, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This position leads the engineering team in maintaining the building’s functionality, appearance, and safety standards while supporting sustainability initiatives and budgetary goals. The Director of Engineering ensures all preventive and corrective maintenance programs are executed effectively to uphold operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:

The Perks

*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status

• Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000 DOE

• Cellphone Allowance

• Incentive Eligible

• Commuter/Parking Allowance

• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)

• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K

• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution

• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)

• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)

• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

What Success Looks Like:

Your Impact

• The Director of Engineering serves as the strategic custodian of the property’s physical asset, infrastructure, and technical operations. This leadership role demands a blend of technical expertise, fiscal responsibility, and team leadership to maintain the highest standards of luxury, safety, and operational efficiency.

• Direct engineering operations, ensuring the peak performance, regulatory compliance, and longevity of all critical property systems, including MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), HVAC, and advanced life-safety systems.

• Orchestrate the comprehensive maintenance and preservation of the hotel’s structural integrity, specialized equipment, and grounds, consistently meeting high aesthetic and functional standards on time and within budget.

• Architect and execute a rigorous preventive maintenance program designed to optimize building performance, mitigate operational risks, and eliminate unscheduled downtime.

• Drive environmental sustainability initiatives by rigorously analyzing utility consumption and implementing sophisticated energy, water, and waste-reduction strategies.

• Optimize capital expenditure and operational budgets through strategic vendor management, meticulous service contract negotiations, and seamless oversight of major capital improvement projects.

• Cultivate a high-performance engineering team through targeted mentorship, continuous technical training, and objective performance evaluations, fostering a culture of safety, precision, and professional growth.

• Maintain world-class operational environments, ensuring all maintenance facilities, workshops, and asset inventories are organized, secure, and fully accountable.

• Serve as the primary custodian of regulatory compliance, maintaining meticulous documentation for all inspections, repairs, and municipal safety requirements.

• Act as the critical first responder for operational emergencies, ensuring swift, decisive resolution of after-hours crises.

• Collaborate as a key member of the leadership team, partnering cross-functionally with executive stakeholders to deliver an uncompromised, seamless experience for guests and team members alike.

• Execute high-impact special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by the Hotel Manager.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, or related technical field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience considered.

• 3-5 years of hotel leadership experience

• Marriott International experience strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, mechanical).

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and schematics.

• Proficient in maintenance management systems, Transcendence, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and respond to emergency calls as needed.

• Relevant certification and/or relevant trade licenses preferred.

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written) in English.

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $125,000 annually.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, 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.