The Pfister Hotel
Description
POSITION PURPOSE:
Ensure that all building and equipment remains in good repair with a minimum of down time by overseeing and assisting with day-to-day maintenance and preventative maintenance of all assigned hotels. Continually work toward and support the improvement of engineering services to both guests and associates while sharing functional knowledge and skills. Act as the direct supervisor of Assistant Director of Engineering at The Pfister and Saint Kate the arts hotel, while serving as an indirect supervisor of the Assistant Directors/Directors of Engineering at Hilton Milwaukee, Hilton Madison, and AC Chicago. Occasionally provide general project oversight & consultant responsibilities, as well as support Engineering needs at other locations within the hotel division. May be asked to assist with annual property visits to ensure adherence to all set policies and procedures across the portfolio. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Possess ability to troubleshoot, repair and/or maintain:
Physical building to include all FF/E
A/C and refrigeration equipment
Electrical systems
Mechanical equipment (i.e. motors, starters, pumps, fans, etc.)
Plumbing and drains
Pneumatic and electronic systems and controls
Fire Alarm and Life Safety equipment
Ensure timely and accurate "real time" forecast reporting is maintained
Assist in determining scope of project on renovations and capital projects
Resolve property specific issues using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, products, or concepts
Analyzes technology trends, human resource needs, and market conditions to plan projects and assist with acquisitions
Ensures facility compliance with regulatory and safety standards
Develop, review and communicate operating standards for engineering teams
Review property P&L statements in regards to repairs, maintenance and capital investments
Acts as the subject matter expert on building infrastructure and building systems issues
Review guest satisfaction survey results and identifies areas of improvement, holding the property leadership accountable for the continuous improvement of results
Ensure properties have updated ADA and OSHA plans annually
Ability to work with other Chief Engineers in an advise/consult/train/guide environment
Oversee General Contractors to deliver the project on-time and within-budget
Manage progress billing, lender inspections, approve and process monthly draws
Analyze and process Change Order Requests for approval
Oversee RFI's and submittal process
Coordinate Project Consultants and Vendors
Coordinate delivery and storage of owner supplied materials
Prepare and maintain project turnover schedule
Accept direction and provide project consulting as occasionally directed by the Senior Vice
President of Operations and Vice President of Project Management
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to read and interpret documents to include blueprints/schematics, procedural manuals, budgets/financial statements, and OSHA standards such as lock out/tag out, safety data sheets, etc.
Minimum of 5 Years of Engineering management preferably with hotel and multi-million dollar projects
Experience/expertise in construction of commercial properties including design and layout and management of contractors and subcontractors
Experience in costs, bid process & analysis
Must have expert knowledge with HVAC, mechanicals, and steam
Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with past experience in win/win negotiations
Exceptional organizational and time management aptitude
Union experience is beneficial
Ability to work independently or as a team
Analytical skills in order to assess and identify problems and then implement solutions
Represent the company in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to develop budgets for projects and execute projects to budget
Must possess solid computer proficiency, with project management software experience/knowledge strongly preferred
Requires prior leadership and management experience in a similar environment
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POSITION PURPOSE:
Ensure that all building and equipment remains in good repair with a minimum of down time by overseeing and assisting with day-to-day maintenance and preventative maintenance of all assigned hotels. Continually work toward and support the improvement of engineering services to both guests and associates while sharing functional knowledge and skills. Act as the direct supervisor of Assistant Director of Engineering at The Pfister and Saint Kate the arts hotel, while serving as an indirect supervisor of the Assistant Directors/Directors of Engineering at Hilton Milwaukee, Hilton Madison, and AC Chicago. Occasionally provide general project oversight & consultant responsibilities, as well as support Engineering needs at other locations within the hotel division. May be asked to assist with annual property visits to ensure adherence to all set policies and procedures across the portfolio. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Possess ability to troubleshoot, repair and/or maintain:
Physical building to include all FF/E
A/C and refrigeration equipment
Electrical systems
Mechanical equipment (i.e. motors, starters, pumps, fans, etc.)
Plumbing and drains
Pneumatic and electronic systems and controls
Fire Alarm and Life Safety equipment
Ensure timely and accurate "real time" forecast reporting is maintained
Assist in determining scope of project on renovations and capital projects
Resolve property specific issues using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, products, or concepts
Analyzes technology trends, human resource needs, and market conditions to plan projects and assist with acquisitions
Ensures facility compliance with regulatory and safety standards
Develop, review and communicate operating standards for engineering teams
Review property P&L statements in regards to repairs, maintenance and capital investments
Acts as the subject matter expert on building infrastructure and building systems issues
Review guest satisfaction survey results and identifies areas of improvement, holding the property leadership accountable for the continuous improvement of results
Ensure properties have updated ADA and OSHA plans annually
Ability to work with other Chief Engineers in an advise/consult/train/guide environment
Oversee General Contractors to deliver the project on-time and within-budget
Manage progress billing, lender inspections, approve and process monthly draws
Analyze and process Change Order Requests for approval
Oversee RFI's and submittal process
Coordinate Project Consultants and Vendors
Coordinate delivery and storage of owner supplied materials
Prepare and maintain project turnover schedule
Accept direction and provide project consulting as occasionally directed by the Senior Vice
President of Operations and Vice President of Project Management
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to read and interpret documents to include blueprints/schematics, procedural manuals, budgets/financial statements, and OSHA standards such as lock out/tag out, safety data sheets, etc.
Minimum of 5 Years of Engineering management preferably with hotel and multi-million dollar projects
Experience/expertise in construction of commercial properties including design and layout and management of contractors and subcontractors
Experience in costs, bid process & analysis
Must have expert knowledge with HVAC, mechanicals, and steam
Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with past experience in win/win negotiations
Exceptional organizational and time management aptitude
Union experience is beneficial
Ability to work independently or as a team
Analytical skills in order to assess and identify problems and then implement solutions
Represent the company in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to develop budgets for projects and execute projects to budget
Must possess solid computer proficiency, with project management software experience/knowledge strongly preferred
Requires prior leadership and management experience in a similar environment
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