Chief Engineer

at  Hilton Dallas Southlake Town Square

Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftwood Hospitality Management is renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services — all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.
The Hilton Southlake Town Square is one of Hilton’s most prestigious properties in North America. We have continuously been ranked in the top 10% year after year in Guest Service and Overall Cleanliness. Our 248 room luxury property is located in Southlake, Texas overlooking beautiful Southlake Town Square!
We offer employee discounts at all Hilton Hotels, Employee of the Quarter program, free meals, Team Celebration each quarter and a fun environment to work in!

JOB SUMMARY

The Chief Engineer directs all aspects of engineering operations including emergency programs, energy management, asset protection, preventive maintenance and repairs to equipment, structures, and grounds. Directs the Engineering staff, accounting/budgeting, asset protection, inventory control and human resources. The Chief Engineer directs all operations in alignment with the direction of the General Manager, Company, brand standards and local, state, and national regulations. Responsible for quality service, meeting/exceeding financial goals, short- and long-term planning and day-to-day operations. Recommends the Engineering budget, business plan, capital expenditures and manages within approved plans and objectives.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Experience

• Five or more years of related experience in building management/engineering.
• This position requires a substantial and successful track record in profitable Engineering management while maintaining integrity and professional bearing.
• Familiarity with the hospitality industry practices preferred.
• Minimum of three years of managerial skills as position involves frequent decisions, meeting of deadline, negotiations of contracts of vendors, analytical ability and the planning, organization development and coordination of large-scale work projects.

Knowledge and Skills

• The ability to schedule, manage and delegate work effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to read and communicate verbally and in writing
• Computer literate in MS Word, Excel.
• Complex mathematical skills and considerable skills in the use of Excel Spreadsheets and/or calculator to prepare complex mathematical calculations without error, i.e., budgets.

• Conducts one on one meeting with Direct Reports to ensure their ongoing development.
• Maintains open channels of communications for all levels (line employees through General Manager) and monitors employee relations.
• Aids in establishing a positive relationship between Hotel Corporation and property owners.
• Ensures all required licenses, permits, contracts, insurance, inspections, are in proper order, with the assistance of GM and Controller.
• Ensures the prompt and proper submission of all corporate, divisional, and governmental reports required.
• Surveys and performs property inspections daily by visually identifying areas of the Hotel for needed improvements such as guest’s rooms, public areas, and restaurants.
• Due to the nature of the business the individual may be required to do other duties and special projects as assigned by the supervisor