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Director of Engineering

The Westin Convention Center, Pittsburgh

1000 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

616 Room Hotel
Managed By Marriott International
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Full-Time

Job Number

24046755

Job Category

Engineering & Facilities

Location

The Westin Pittsburgh, 1000 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States VIEW ON MAP

Schedule

Full-Time

Located Remotely?

N

Relocation?

Y

Position Type

Management

Job Summary

Provides a high level of property maintenance knowledge. Position has overall responsibility for maintaining the building, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Develops and implements strategies that will deliver products and services, which meet or exceed the needs and expectations of guests and employees while maximizing the financial performance. Responsible for maintaining standards and regulatory requirements. Leads the emergency response team for all facility issues.

Candidate Profile

Education And Experience
  • High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing.

    OR

  • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing.

    Core Work Activities

    Managing Engineering Operations And Budgets

  • Works with property and regional engineering leadership team to determine how Engineering is performing against budget and highlights areas of concern to leadership.
  • Manages the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment and electrical systems in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Administers service contracts to support property needs.
  • Ensures fire crew has complete understanding of all procedures, equipment and alarms.
  • Coaches and supports engineering leadership team to effectively manage controllable expenses (e.g., wages, heat, light and power, water consumption, tools and equipment, grounds keeping supplies, uniforms, vendors, service agreements, inventory, etc.).
  • Manages and controls heat, light and power.
  • Develops an engineering operating strategy that is aligned with the property/brand’s business strategy.
  • Develops and manages Engineering budget.
  • Ensures integration of departmental goals in game plans.
  • Oversees execution of long term preventative maintenance and 10 year asset protection plans.
  • Reviews financial reports and statements to determine how Engineering is performing against budget.
  • Addresses potential areas of concern and proposing solutions to owners in a proactive manner.
  • Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
  • Supervises construction to ensure timely completion of projects within budgetary guidelines.

    Maintaining Engineering Standards

  • Ensures compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
  • Maintains property life safety systems (e.g., fire fighting equipment, sprinkler systems, and alarm systems).
  • Ensures building and equipment licenses, permits and certifications are current.
  • Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

    Managing Profitability

  • Manages areas of operation to budget by reviewing operating statements, budget worksheets and payroll progress reports.
  • Monitors and manages the payroll function.
  • Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
  • Participates in the development of department's capital expenditure goals; manages projects as needed.
  • Participates in the budgeting process for areas of responsibility.
  • Prepares weekly and period end P&L critiques.
  • Understands the impact of department's operation on the overall property financial goals; educates staff on details as appropriate.
  • Reviews and manages controllable expenses such as, heat, light, power, water consumption, tools and equipment, grounds keeping supplies, uniforms, vendors, service agreements, etc.

    Conducting Human Resources Activities

  • Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.
  • Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
  • Utilizes employee feedback and an “open door” policy to identify and address employee problems or concerns in a timely manner.
  • Celebrates successes by publicly recognizing the contributions of team members.
  • Resolves guest problems and complaints.
  • Brings issues to the attention of Human Resources as necessary.
  • Ensures that regular on-going communication takes place throughout the engineering operation to communicate daily operations activities, set expectations and create awareness of business objectives.

    The salary range for this position is $113,000 to $150,000 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.  

    The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

  • Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.



    At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous.

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    Posted March 19, 2024

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