Chief Engineer

Pier Sixty-Six Resort Chief Engineer

South Florida's beacon of hospitality, Pier Sixty-Six Resort, returned to Fort Lauderdale. From the famed superyacht marina to the iconic spires of the rotating Pier-Top lounge, a new world of elevated experiences is set to unfold around it. The lush 32-acre waterfront enclave is a home to the extraordinary luxury resort hosting 325 guest rooms, suites, and villas, plus an exclusive collection of 91 Private Resort Residences, 12 restaurants and lounges, a luxurious spa, curated pool options, and a waterfront promenade with retail and dining. Every space is impeccably designed to both inspire and relax. All are met with exceptional service and refined touches, resulting in extraordinary experiences. The Resort assembles over 600 diverse and talented Team Members to bring Pier Sixty-Six to life and create a new legacy by providing memorable experiences and stellar service to our guests and residents. We aspire to create a caring culture for our team, with state-of-the-art facilities, a first-class employee dining room, and, most importantly, a focus on you as an individual, including your welfare and well-being. Pier Sixty-Six invites dedicated, energetic, and polished hospitality enthusiasts eager for growth and stardom to join our team and enjoy highly competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that honors and respects you.

We currently have an opportunity for a well-rounded and seasoned Chief Engineer to join our Pier Sixty-Six Resort team!

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will be responsible for project management and the opening of this incredible resort. You will also be responsible for maintaining the hotel facility and related equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• The Chief Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the engineering division.
• In the director's absence, the assistant will assume the administrative, financial, and operating aspects of the hotel as they relate to engineering.
• Assist in developing and implementing plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds, and other assets in a safe and acceptable state of repair.
• Ensure the hotel complies with all local, state, and federal laws.
• Supervise and train all Engineering staff in Customer Service, Empowerment, Standard Operating Procedures, and Loss Prevention.
• Create and post all Engineering team members' schedules.
• Create and adhere to the annual budget for the department.
• Assist in developing financial forecasts and participating in monthly profit/loss review meetings.
• Create and implement a preventative maintenance program for all hotel equipment.
• Ensure all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested, and certified per CoralTree company standards.
• Actively participate in energy conservation programs.
• Review all guest and meeting planner comment cards to ensure problems are identified and corrected in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Assist with administrating all vendor contracts controlled by the engineering department.
• Ensure that room maintenance requests are handled in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Follow up on all alarms immediately to determine the exact location and cause.
• Determine emergency status and report findings to Front Desk and take immediate action as necessary.
• Assist as necessary with special projects and renovations.
• Support and participate in all Pier Sixty-Six Resort programs and Safety Committee.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Qualifications

Minimum three years of leadership experience in the facilities management of related properties or comparable businesses. Proven track record in managing an efficient workforce focusing on preventative maintenance of the asset's public areas, guestrooms, and physical property. Experience in organizing, implementing, and maintaining preventative maintenance tracking and work order systems. Experience in coordinating and managing hospitality capital improvement projects (i.e., public areas and guestroom renovations, FF&E repair and reupholstering, FF&E procurement, site, and building maintenance and upgrades). A firm understanding of Federal, State, and local codes as they apply to these fields. Must have extensive working knowledge of building systems, including but not limited to; HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, roofs, building finishes, mechanical operations, energy management, and Preventative Maintenance Programs. Strong mathematical skills to complete reports, financial statements, and forecasting.

Additional language a definite asset for career growth. As a valued member of the CoralTree team, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
• Participation in a pre-tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
• An employee assistance program
• Paid time off/sick time
• Participation in a 401(k) plan with a company match
• Complimentary team member meals
• Complimentary room nights at CoralTree Hospitality managed properties

Join us in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, building vibrant communities, and shaping the future of travel and hospitality.