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Hilton · 17 hours ago

Complex Director of Engineering - Hilton and Embassy Suites Downtown Tampa

Hilton is a leading global hospitality company, and they are seeking a Complex Director of Engineering to oversee property operations across Hilton and Embassy Suites in Downtown Tampa. The role involves directing facility functionality and safety, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with operational standards.
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Responsibilities

Provide direct leadership and strategic oversight for all property operations across both hotels
Develop, coach, and hold accountable Directors, Assistant Directors, and Managers within Engineering and Property Operations
Ensure consistent standards, processes, and performance across both assets
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex operational, safety, and facilities issues
Oversee preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal equipment performance and asset longevity
Ensure compliance with all life safety, fire, elevator, pool, and regulatory inspections
Direct response and recovery for major system failures or emergencies
Ensure proper documentation, logs, and compliance records are maintained
Develop and manage operating budgets for property operations across both hotels
Control labor, utilities, and maintenance expenses to meet or exceed budget targets
Partner with ownership and asset management on capital planning, FF&E, and long-term asset preservation
Oversee bid processes, vendor contracts, and service agreements
Lead capital projects, renovations, and PIP execution across both properties
Coordinate with ownership, brand, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget
Minimize guest impact during construction and renovation activities
Ensure compliance with all brand standards, QA audits, and PIP requirements
Lead preparation for brand inspections and audits
Partner with brand representatives to address deficiencies and execute corrective action plans
Work closely with General Managers, Finance, Rooms, and F&B leadership to support overall hotel performance
Provide operational input into forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning
Support guest satisfaction by proactively addressing facility-related concerns

Qualification

Property Operations ManagementBudget ManagementCompliance ManagementLeadershipPreventive MaintenanceProject ManagementTeamworkCustomer FocusAdaptability

Required

Provide direct leadership and strategic oversight for all property operations across both hotels
Develop, coach, and hold accountable Directors, Assistant Directors, and Managers within Engineering and Property Operations
Ensure consistent standards, processes, and performance across both assets
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex operational, safety, and facilities issues
Oversee preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal equipment performance and asset longevity
Ensure compliance with all life safety, fire, elevator, pool, and regulatory inspections
Direct response and recovery for major system failures or emergencies
Ensure proper documentation, logs, and compliance records are maintained
Develop and manage operating budgets for property operations across both hotels
Control labor, utilities, and maintenance expenses to meet or exceed budget targets
Partner with ownership and asset management on capital planning, FF&E, and long-term asset preservation
Oversee bid processes, vendor contracts, and service agreements
Lead capital projects, renovations, and PIP execution across both properties
Coordinate with ownership, brand, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget
Minimize guest impact during construction and renovation activities
Ensure compliance with all brand standards, QA audits, and PIP requirements
Lead preparation for brand inspections and audits
Partner with brand representatives to address deficiencies and execute corrective action plans
Work closely with General Managers, Finance, Rooms, and F&B leadership to support overall hotel performance
Provide operational input into forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning
Support guest satisfaction by proactively addressing facility-related concerns
Demonstration of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership, and a sense of urgency and discipline
Demonstration of Quality, Productivity, Dependability, Customer Focus, and Adaptability

Company

Hilton is a hospitality company, owns luxury and full-service hotels and resorts, and focused-service hotels.

H1B Sponsorship

Hilton has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (3)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$10.5B
Key Investors
Pershing Square Capital ManagementHNA Group
2025-12-01Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-09-05Post Ipo Debt· $1B

Leadership Team

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Christopher Nassetta
President and CEO
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Kevin Jacobs
Chief Financial Officer
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