Director of Engineering | Boutique Hotel Group | Hamptons NY
Boutique Hotel Brand, just a short drive from New York City on the North Fork seeks a Director of Engineering to oversee 2 hotel properties. The main location is a 65-room waterfront retreat, offering a relaxed yet refined seaside escape where connection, hospitality, and immersive experiences come naturally. Along with a 35 room hotel on Greenport Harbor. The properties blend elevated service with effortless charm, creating memorable stays rooted in simple pleasures, sunsets, great food, and shared moments.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Director of Engineering serves as the onsite leader responsible for the overall condition and maintenance of the building, equipment, grounds, and hotel infrastructure. This role supervises and provides leadership to the Maintenance and Landscaping teams while performing hands-on repairs, preventative maintenance, and oversight of all operational systems. The Director of Engineering is responsible for maintaining a clean and organized maintenance facility and ensuring the security of hotel inventory and assets, including tools, supplies, furniture, fixtures, and equipment. The position plays a critical role in supporting operational excellence and contributing to the overall success of the property. In addition, this role oversees the upkeep, care, and maintenance of company vehicles. Due to the dynamic nature of hotel operations, additional duties may be assigned as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Directly manage Maintenance and Landscaping teams, including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and performance management
- Foster a productive, positive team environment
- Oversee purchasing, supply inventory, maintenance request systems, reporting, and documentation
- Research and negotiate with vendors to secure competitive pricing and availability
- Maintain safe and sanitary property conditions
- Prepare and manage the annual departmental budget in collaboration with senior leadership
- Monitor departmental expenditures to ensure adherence to budget and operational standards
- Complete payroll and timekeeping logs
- Ensure staff compliance with SOPs and safety standards
- Prioritize daily work orders and interface with senior leadership as needed
- Oversee preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and ensure system reliability
- Conduct regular property-wide inspections
- Review capital expenditure requests prior to approval
- Monitor guest feedback and service quality standards
- Track utility usage and operational efficiency
- Oversee maintenance of company vehicles
- Manage relationships with outside contractors and agencies for major projects
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding hazardous materials
- Conduct regular departmental and safety meetings
- Promote and comply with company policies and procedures
- Report suspicious activity or hazardous conditions immediately
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports directly to the General Manager.
WORK-RELATED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, and mechanical equipment
- Advanced vocational training plus two years of experience in general building maintenance or construction, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Professional certification or licensing as required by law
- Prior experience in hospitality, extended stay, or multi-unit residential maintenance preferred
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English (additional languages a plus)
- Ability to document tasks, interpret manuals, and order supplies
- Working knowledge of budgeting and basic financial concepts
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred
EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
SECURITY & CONFIDENTIALITY: Maintain heightened awareness of safety and security protocols. Ensure proper adherence to policies regarding property, inventory, keys, locks, and confidential information.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Moderate noise environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach, and stretch throughout the day
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities