Director of Engineering

ABOUT OUR ROLE

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the physical property, maintenance, and engineering operations for Trailborn Jackson Hole.

ABOUT OUR VALUES

We believe in striving for excellence in every interaction, every experience, and every detail — because how we show up each day shapes who we are as a team and the experiences we create for others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leadership oversight and Administration of all aspects of the Engineering and Grounds department. Ensuring that the maintenance and repair of facilities operations and construction management activities are meeting all company objectives and requirements within budgetary guidelines. 
• Responsible for creation and administration of the department financial plan and management of the approved plan including labor, expenses, and allocations. 
• Coordinate Engineering and Grounds activities under the direction of the Assistant General Manager.. Work effectively and cooperatively with all department Directors to ensure all guest service goals are met. This position is a member of the Property Leadership Team.
• Maintain professional and credible working relationship outside contractors, and vendors. 
• Provide full support for all guest-related maintenance needs. Guest services are a priority. 
• Detailed, hands-on planning of all Capital Projects. 
• Prepare and maintain a 5-year running Capital Plan for Hotel, Condos and Employee Housing, including, but not limited to recurring improvements such as roofing, painting, and other recurring/cyclic work.
• Responsible for the oversight of the administration and execution of all contracts, certificates of insurance and permitting for all projects according to policy and regulation.
• Work with the Project manager to ensure each project is successful and timely completed within budget and within the defined Scope of Work.
• Plan, develop and implement procedures for all facilities maintenance, repair operations and construction. 
• Direct all Engineering and Grounds Department activities focusing on continual improvement and effective asset management.
• Plan and implement any/all opening/closing of operational facilities as needed. Ensure that all operations open on time with full services and are closed safely efficiently. 
• Lead and supervise the Engineering Manager to ensure that maintenance work orders are being completed in a cost effective, timely and satisfactory manner. Ensure there is no backlog of work orders and that all projects are up to date.
• Review and approve all departmental purchase orders and invoices within budget.
• Comply with all Federal, State and County regulations, policies and procedures. Comply with all company policies and standards.
• Facilitate and document annual departmental refresher trainings with all employees, “Emergency Action Plan procedures.” Conduct weekly and documented safety meetings with staff.
• Oversee all timekeeping, scheduling and meal break compliance.
• Must be able to demonstrate professional and courteous behavior with all guests and employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Core Competencies:

Basic Competencies:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

SCHEDULE

Hospitality demands a flexible schedule that may require extended hours as the business requires coverage including seasonality– on any day at any hour, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

The specific statements shown in each section of this Job Description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.  The job’s responsibilities/tasks may be modified and/or expanded over time without prior notice. The Company will try to give as much notice as practical when changes are made.