Director of Engineering

Summary

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a defining and iconic beachfront resort located in North County, San Diego, offers quintessential Southern California beachfront destination delivering authentic, personalized experiences in a barefoot luxury setting.

Just 28 miles north of San Diego International Airport, the resort is central to one of California’s most iconic coastal towns. Encinitas is historic, breathtaking, and among beach enclaves that dot Highway 101, offering a relaxed, artsy atmosphere where residents embrace a balanced, holistic lifestyle. The vibrant setting is perfect for surfing, biking, yoga, or simply relaxing while toasting with wine.

Alila Marea’s guestroom design draws inspiration from natural coastal elements—wood, stone, and sophisticated lines—creating a stylish, understated environment that showcases amazing views from nearly every room. The hotel features 114 guestrooms, 10 junior suites, four premier suites, and two presidential suites.

Service here is authentic and local, sophisticated and unscripted, anticipating both spoken and unspoken guest needs. We seek professionals who uphold great design and superlative service, embracing spontaneity and authenticity.

At Alila Hotels—a Hyatt brand—our guests choose us for caring, attentive colleagues focused on efficient service and meaningful experiences. As a member of the Leadership Committee, the Director of Operations holds a highly visible role with exposure to senior and corporate leadership. This position reports to the General Manager.

The Director of Engineering is responsible for maintaining the overall operation of the maintenance department and ensuring the appearance and working order of the hotel. The engineer works independently and collaboratively, handling duties such as exterior maintenance of buildings and common areas, equipment upkeep in guestrooms, monthly safety inspections, training staff in emergency procedures, and working with vendors. The role requires readiness to to emergencies and collaboration with corporate maintenance on remodeling projects or capital expenditures. Core skills include painting, HVAC, carpentry, equipment, and tool usage.

Hyatt associates work in an environment demanding exceptional performance yet offering great rewards. Whether through career opportunities, job enrichment, or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for the challenge, we are ready for you.

The salary range for the position is $106,800 to $130,000. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and education.

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.

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.

Qualifications

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