Description
- Provide full leadership and accountability for the daily operations of the Engineering Department
- Oversee HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems across a 400+ room property
- Direct and enhance preventive maintenance programs to protect revenue-generating areas and minimize downtime
- Manage and optimize the hotel’s Energy Management System (DDC) and utility usage to drive efficiency and sustainability
- Develop and manage the annual POMEC budget and lead execution of the Capital Plan
- Lead large-scale capital projects, renovations, and product upgrades with strong project governance
- Ensure strict compliance with fire, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
- Manage vendor contracts, supplier relationships, and service agreements
- Oversee work order systems, maintenance documentation, certifications, and inspections
- Lead scheduling, payroll, training, development, and performance management for the Engineering team
- Partner closely with Operations, Housekeeping, and F&B leadership to protect asset integrity and guest experience
- Serve as the property lead in emergency preparedness and crisis management
Requirements
- 5+ years of progressive hotel engineering leadership experience, preferably within a large-scale full-service property
- 3rd Class Stationary Engineer certification strongly preferred
- Proven experience managing engineering teams in a high-volume hotel environment
- Deep expertise in HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems
- Demonstrated success leading capital projects and major renovations
- Strong experience in preventive maintenance programming and energy management
- Financially astute with budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control experience
- Strong troubleshooting capabilities with a calm, solutions-oriented leadership style
- Highly organized with exceptional communication and team development skills
Corporate Culture
- $89,000 – $99,000 base salary
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Company-matched RRSP
- Paid vacation
- On-site parking
- Brand partner discounts
This is an exceptional opportunity for a technically skilled and operationally disciplined engineering leader who understands the scale, complexity, and accountability that comes with managing a large, high-profile hospitality asset.
Contact Carmen MacKeage at 403.670.9101 x5 or submit your resume in confidence below.
