Overview
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and a strong technical background? Join our team as the Director of Engineering and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our property. As the Director of Engineering, you will oversee a dynamic team and be responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and management of all engineering operations. From enhancing energy efficiency to maintaining state-of-the-art facilities, you will ensure seamless operations and a superior guest experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a knack for problem-solving, and possess excellent leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a lasting impact in the hospitality industry.
About Our Property
The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center’s name reflects the contributions of the extraordinary entrepreneur, Andrew Higgins, who designed and built over 20,000 boats in New Orleans that were used in every major amphibious assault of World War II.
Conveniently located directly across the street from The National WWII Museum, the hotel offers 230 era-inspired guest rooms and specialty suites, premium amenities, full-service restaurant, lounge, and a rooftop bar, as well as a second-floor conference center with more than 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with Director of Operations regarding all aspects of engineering operations and collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of engineering services
- Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize engineering operations and enhance overall efficiency
- Oversee the maintenance, repair, and renovation of the property's infrastructure and systems
- Prioritize all work requests ensuring handling of guest problems, staff problems and inner hotel challenges
- Inspect and adjust all systems on a daily basis, respond to life system alarms
- Manage the engineering and security teams, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to drive excellence
- Responsible for managing and troubleshooting IT systems across the property
- Maintain and repair air handlers, chillers, condenser, evaporator, ice machines, related HVAC equipment, washers, dryers, ironers, electrical components, switch gears, panels, pneumatic controls and components for VAV boxes, thermostats, compressors, valves and actuators, motor controls, etc.
- Maintain and repair all food and beverage, laundry and back of house physical plant to include cosmetic and hard equipment to meet manufacturer’s specifications
- Implement sustainable and eco-friendly initiatives to promote energy conservation
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement
- Maintain ongoing capital improvement file and monitor and control parts and labor expenditures
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Promote employee empowerment while fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service delivery
- Perform in the capacity of any position supervised
- Attend all mandatory meetings
- Conduct performance appraisals
Qualifications
- Read, write, speak and understand English fluently
- Must have or obtain a Second Class Engineer License from the City of New Orleans within 45 days of employment
- CPR Certified or obtain within 30 days of hire
- Hotel, institutional, HVAC systems experience of 3-5 years
- Refrigeration, HVAC certification
- Previous management or supervisory experience of 2-4 years
- Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life safety systems, preventative maintenance systems and all related engineering disciplines
- Budget management experience, cost control and financial responsibility experience with stationary engineering license preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to communicate effectively with public and other employees
- No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others
Benefits
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
- Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- 24/7 Teledoc service
- Free Maintenance Medications
- Pet Insurance
- Hotel Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays)
- 401K Match
EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.
Seniority level
- Director
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
- Hospitality