Talent.com
Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering

HighgateSan Francisco, CA, United States
12 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

The Director of Engineering is responsible for all administrative, financial and operating aspects of the hotel as they directly relate to the engineering division. He / she is responsible for the safe and profitable operation of the hotel.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline strongly preferred. Equivalent professional experience may be considered.
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering / facilities management experience, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership or Director of Engineering role at a luxury hotel, resort, or large-scale hospitality property.
  • Demonstrated track record of overseeing complex building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, life-safety, elevators, mechanical, BMS).
  • Proven success managing capital improvement projects, property renovations, and large-scale preventive maintenance programs in a luxury setting.
  • Experience with historic or landmark properties is highly desirable, especially managing upgrades while preserving architectural integrity.
  • Previous experience leading unionized engineering teams is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

  • Certified Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Plant Engineer (CPE), or Facilities Management certification (CFM, FMA, or similar) highly preferred.
  • OSHA 10 / 30 and EPA Universal Technician certifications strongly preferred.
  • LEED Accreditation or certification in sustainability / energy management a plus.

    • Leadership & Strategy

  • Lead the Engineering & Maintenance department, providing direction, mentorship, and professional development for team members.
  • Implement preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment life and minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on capital planning, renovations, and energy conservation initiatives.
  • Contribute to overall property strategy and decision-making as part of the hotel’s Executive Committee.

    • Operations & Maintenance

  • Oversee daily repair, upkeep, and functionality of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
  • Ensure guestrooms, public areas, back-of-house, and exterior areas meet luxury brand standards.
  • Manage third-party contractors and service providers, ensuring projects meet safety, quality, and budgetary expectations.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and compliance documentation.

    • Safety, Compliance & Sustainability

  • Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, fire safety, and environmental requirements.
  • Lead hotel safety initiatives, including life-safety systems, fire drills, and emergency preparedness.

    • Financial Management

  • Develop and manage the engineering department budget, covering operating expenses and capital expenditures.
  • Monitor costs, implement efficiency measures, and ensure resource optimization.

    • Responsibilities

  • Supervise and train all Engineering staff in Customer Service, Empowerment, Standard Operating Procedures and Loss Prevention Standards.
  • Create, approve and post all Engineering staff schedules according to Highgate Hotel standards.
  • Create and adhere to annual budget for department.
  • Develop financial forecasts and actively participate in monthly profit / loss review meetings.
  • Develop and implement plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds and other assets in an acceptable state of repair.
  • Ensure the hotel is in compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
  • Create and implement a preventive maintenance program for all hotel equipment.
  • Ensure that all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per Highgate Hotel standards.
  • Ensure that room maintenance requests are handled in a prompt and courteous manner.
  • Follow up on all alarms immediately to determine location and cause; determine emergency status and report findings to Front Desk; take immediate action as necessary.
  • Assist as necessary with special projects and renovations.
  • Actively participate in energy conservation programs.
  • Review guest and meeting planner comment cards to identify and correct problems in a timely manner.
  • Ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Administer all vendor contracts controlled by the engineering department.
  • Support and participate in all Highgate Hotel programs.
  • Lead and participate in Highgate Hotel Safety Committee.

    • Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of progressive facilities management experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related management experience; or a 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related management experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Stationary Engineer’s license if required by local code.
  • HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boiler operations and general maintenance skills required.
  • Long hours sometimes required; physical ability to perform required tasks.
  • Travel related to company business sometimes required.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills; ability to multitask and prioritize.
  • Commitment to safety, service, and brand standards.

    • Senioritiy level

  • Director

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Engineering and Information Technology

    • Industries

  • Hospitality

    • Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Highgate by 2x

    Get notified about new Director of Engineering jobs in San Francisco, CA.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Director Of Engineering • San Francisco, CA, United States

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Director Of Engineering, Platform Engineering

    Director Of Engineering, Platform Engineering

    OhioxSan Mateo, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Upstart is the leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstart's AI marketplace, Upstart-powered banks and credit ...Show moreLast updated: 12 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    InkittSan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    This range is provided by Inkitt.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Inkitt is building the Disney of the 21st Century, standing at ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    Lean Six Search | Supply Chain RecruitmentSan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Lean Six Search | Supply Chain Recruitment.This range is provided by Lean Six Search | Supply Chain Recruitment.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruite...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    BrelyonSan Mateo, CA, United States
    Full-time
    BRELYON is a series A startup offering the world’s first headset-free virtual display to replace multimonitors or headsets in high-bandwidth enterprise applications like teleoperations, data visual...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering, Mapping

    Director of Engineering, Mapping

    LyftSan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect.We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive. About 4 years ago, Lyft began ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    Recor MedicalPalo Alto, CA, United States
    Full-time
    This range is provided by Recor Medical.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    MetaSunnyvale, CA, United States
    Full-time
    This range is provided by Meta.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. We are looking for an engineering leader to join us in making the...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    HarnhamSan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Director of Engineering – Lead Innovation in Healthcare Technology.Are you passionate about building cutting-edge software solutions that make a real impact on healthcare? This is a unique opportun...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    HiveSan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Hive is the leading provider of cloud-based AI solutions to understand, search, and generate content, and is trusted by hundreds of the world's largest and most innovative organizations.The company...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    Highgate Hotels, LPSan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    The Director of Engineering is responsible for all administrative, financial and operating aspects of the hotel as they directly relate to the engineering division. He / she is responsible for the saf...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    ZipRecruiterSan Jose, CA, United States
    Full-time
    GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for more than 40 years, specializing in all aspects of material collection and processing, tailoring our service offerings to...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director, Solution Engineering

    Director, Solution Engineering

    SupermicroSan Jose, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop / Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT / Embedded customers...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    WatlowSan Jose, CA, United States
    Full-time
    We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere.We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century.Our corporate values guid...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    Grow TherapySan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Grow Therapy is on a mission to serve as the trusted partner for therapists growing their practice, and patients accessing high-quality care. Powered by technology, we are a three-sided marketplace ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    AllTrailsSan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    AllTrails is the world’s most popular and trusted platform for outdoor exploration.We connect people to the outdoors, help them discover new places, and elevate their experiences on the trail.With ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    January.aiMenlo Park, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Founded by veteran business executive, Noosheen Hashemi, and Director of Genomics and Personalized Medicine at Stanford University, Dr. Michael Snyder, January AI is the first “precision health” com...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering, Observability

    Director of Engineering, Observability

    AstronomerSan Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Astronomer empowers data teams to bring mission-critical software, analytics, and AI to life and is the company behind Astro, the industry-leading unified DataOps platform powered by Apache Airflow...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Engineering

    Director of Engineering

    Optiwatt, Inc.San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    As our first VP of Engineering, you will be instrumental in scaling our R&D organization, enhancing our engineering practices, and directly contributing to Optiwatt's rapid growth.You will lead and...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago