Chief Engineer at The Skirvin Hilton Hotel in OKC

Hilton - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Manager

Oklahoma City, OK

Accommodation

About the position

The Chief Engineer at The Skirvin Hilton Hotel is responsible for overseeing the functionality and safety of the hotel facility, ensuring the wellbeing of guests and team members while delivering outstanding guest service and financial profitability. This role involves managing various systems and operations within the hotel, conducting inspections, and leading maintenance and capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the functionality and safety of the facility, including physical buildings, mechanical equipment, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, life safety systems, and grounds.
• Conduct facility inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Assign, verify, and document completion of all routine maintenance and repairs in the property maintenance management system.
• Direct, oversee, and maintain required documentation for energy management and conservation and preventive maintenance programs.
• Lead, manage, and communicate information about capital projects and property rehabilitations, including scheduling, budgeting, and contractor compliance.
• Obtain required licenses and permits to ensure full compliance with codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Direct daily department operations including guest service standards, product quality, inventory management, cost controls, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Monitor and develop team member performance, providing supervision, professional development, and recognition.
• Recruit, interview, and train team members.

Requirements

• Proven experience in property operations management, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to conduct inspections and manage compliance with safety standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with energy management and conservation programs.
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial forecasting in a hospitality context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Employee discounts on hotel stays and services.