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Description As a member of the properties Leadership Committee, the Director of Engineering is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager. The Director of Engineering is responsible for maintaining the overall operation of the maintenance department and the appearance and working order of the hotel. The engineer must be able to work independently, as well as, with others. Responsibilities may include: maintaining the exterior of the building, parking lot, and common areas, maintaining all equipment in guest rooms, conducting monthly safety inspections and training the staff on safety and emergency procedures, and working with vendors. The ADOE must be willing to respond to emergencies, and work with corporate maintenance on special remodeling projects or capital expenditure needs. This position requires overall maintenance knowledge and trouble shooting ability with skills in painting, HVAC, carpentry, equipment, and tool usage. Duties include: Review contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects Opening Properties: Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports Develop and implement quality control programs Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations Capable of working with building code officials, planning/zoning officials and community design committees when required Experience in managing utility systems Prior equipment specifying and purchasing experience preferred Maintain communications with Corporate Staff Coach and counsel colleagues to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures The Hotels When you stay at a Thompson Hotel, you are welcome as a resident. With intuitive service, each guest is provided a tailored experience, enhancing their personal travel journey and bridging connections to the local perspective. Thompson's unique hotels are timeless destinations, creating distinctive experiences that transform your day, your trip, or even your life. Thompson Austin offers 212 luxury guestrooms and Suites plus 17 residences along with a 10,000 square foot wellness center, 3 restaurant + bar concepts, an expansive pool deck, and private cabanas, and over 10,000 square feet of flexible and traditional event space. The 193-king room tommie Austin is built for the spirited adventurer. Guest will be encouraged to explore Austin’s unparalleled offerings and in every square foot, tommie is an opportunity to meet and be inspired. Where art and atmosphere seep in from the surrounding neighborhood, and collaborations seep back out. tommie will feature a bespoke coffee and wine shop and allow guests to be the master of their own stay while still offering warm and authentic service. The Benefits & Perks We have you covered with an awesome rewards package! Health and welfare plans? We have a range of choices for you and your eligible dependents. Financial wellbeing? Got it! Opt into our 401(k) plan, College Saving Plan, or Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Oh, and we don’t want to leave out our lifestyle benefits! Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave, paid Family Bonding Time, Adoption Assistance, discounted and complimentary rooms at Hyatt locations across the globe, free colleague meals during shifts, well-being & educational assistance, and many more! Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it’s career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. Qualifications • Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds • 6 years or more of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt) • Service oriented style with professional presentations skills • At least 6 years experience in a senior role within facility management • Proven leadership skills • Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred • Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line • Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel • Champions safety and sanitation standards • Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt Service Standards and Procedures This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Property: Thompson Austin - 5th and Brazos

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As a member of the properties Leadership Committee, the Director of Engineering is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager.
Review contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects
Opening Properties: Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer
Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports
Develop and implement quality control programs
Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations
Capable of working with building code officials, planning/zoning officials and community design committees when required
Experience in managing utility systems
Maintain communications with Corporate Staff
Coach and counsel colleagues to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures
The Benefits & Perks
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
6 years or more of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt)
Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
At least 6 years experience in a senior role within facility management
Proven leadership skills
Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

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Prior equipment specifying and purchasing experience preferred
Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred

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Platform: hyatt
Effort: medium

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