Director Of Engineering Jobs

Organization- Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach

Summary

It all started with a passion for sharing our favorite local spots and stories with our guests. This inspired us to create the perfect launch pad for savvy travelers – a unique home base with everything they need and nothing they don’t.The Hyatt Centric name speaks to two things: it is both “in the middle of the action” and “in the know.” It’s about shopping and dining with locals, being in the heart of the action, having the inside-scoop on the best places to go and always feeling like a welcome visitor, not a tourist.The Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach is in the heart of Waikiki immerse yourself in the welcoming spirit of aloha at the Hyatt Centric Waikiki blocks from azure blue waters of famous Waikiki Beach.Escape to one of the 230 rooms at our Waikiki boutique hotel where upscale modern design mixes with the serenity of island living.

As a member of the property's Executive 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 Director of Engineering 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.

Perks:

• Free and discounted room nights world-wide
• Discounted Parking
• Employee Assistance Program through Compsych
• Roth IRA and 401(K) options after meeting eligibility timeline
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Financial Adoption Assistance
• Cell Phone and Dry Cleaning Reimbursement
• Additional discounts and partnerships via PerkSpot
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
• Discounted Stock Purchase Options after meeting eligibility timeline
• Tuition, Fitness, and Wellbeing Reimbursement - $1000 per year!
• Paid Sick, Vacation, Holiday time

Be a part of something bigger. Enjoy life every day. Make a difference in the lives of those around you. Love where you work. Join a company that values respect, integrity, humility, empathy, creativity, and fun. With careers spanning the globe, your perfect opportunity awaits. Discover why Hyatt is consistently ranked one of the world’s best places to work.

With more than 130,000 colleagues across more than 70 countries, we embrace all cultures, races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, perspectives, and ways of thinking. Our culture is one that empowers every individual to be their best, and such authentic connection inspires the way we care for each other and for our guests.

Hyatt Regency Waikiki is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

Duties include:

• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
• Capable of working with building code officials, planning/zoning officials and community design committees when required
• Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer
• Review contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Prior equipment specifying and purchasing experience preferred
• Opening Properties: Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations
• Experience in managing utility systems
• Maintain communications with Corporate Staff
• Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

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.

This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.

Qualifications

• 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
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• At least 6 years experience in a senior role within facility management
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
• Proven leadership skills
• Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
• With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred
• Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred
• 6 years or more of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt)