Benchmark Hospitality at DU · 14 hours ago
Hotel Director of Engineering
Hilton Birmingham at UAB
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$77K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expPyramid Global Hospitality is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. The Director of Engineering is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety, and physical condition of the hotel, while leading the engineering team to ensure efficient operations and compliance with brand standards.
Hospitality
Responsibilities
Lead, train, schedule, and develop a diverse engineering team supporting 24/7 hotel operations
Establish performance standards, conduct evaluations, and support career development
Maintain on-call coverage and respond to emergencies as required
Partner with hotel leadership and department heads to support operational and event needs
Oversee daily maintenance operations for guest rooms, public areas, restaurants, bars, kitchens, meeting rooms, ballrooms, spa, and recreational facilities
Ensure timely completion of work orders and preventive maintenance tasks
Support high-volume banquet and conference operations by ensuring event spaces are fully functional and properly set
Coordinate maintenance needs with housekeeping, food & beverage, and sales teams
Manage HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boilers, chillers, elevators, kitchen equipment, life safety, and fire alarm systems
Ensure uninterrupted operation of critical systems during peak occupancy and large events
Maintain building automation and energy management systems
Oversee pool, spa, and water quality systems where applicable
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, fire/life safety, and health department standards
Lead safety training, inspections, and emergency preparedness programs
Coordinate required testing, certifications, and inspections
Act as primary contact during inspections, audits, and emergency situations
Prepare and manage the engineering department operating and capital budgets
Identify cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and guest experience
Plan and oversee capital improvement projects, renovations, and life-cycle replacements
Manage vendor contracts, service agreements, and contractor performance
Ensure the hotel’s physical condition consistently meets or exceeds brand and ownership standards
Support guest satisfaction and service recovery related to maintenance issues
Participate in brand inspections and ensure successful outcomes
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5–7 years of engineering or facilities management experience in a full-service hotel or comparable large-scale facility
Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience
Strong working knowledge of commercial building systems and kitchen/banquet equipment
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Preferred
Degree or technical certification in engineering, facilities management, or related field
Experience with large meeting/conference hotels or convention properties
Familiarity with brand standards for full-service hotel operations
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
On-site wellness programs
Local discounts
Employee rates on hotel stays
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Matching 401K plan
Professional development
Generous bonuses
Travel perks
Company
Benchmark Hospitality at DU
Benchmark Hospitality is a hospitality management company that manages over 50 properties across the USA and international.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase