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Director of Engineering

Industry : Hotels & Resorts

Department : General Management

Location : Lisbon, Portugal

Level : Director

Posted : 22 Nov 2024

Job Role : Assistant Chief Engineer

Recruiter : Hyatt Hotels

Job Ref : HOZ25377

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type :

Validate Through : 2024-12-20

Salary Range (monthly): 8,000 to 12,000

Contact : HR Department

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Salary Details

Salary Description: Competetive Salary Offered

Job Description For Director of Engineering

Description

We are looking for a Director of Engineering to join our pre-opening team at Andaz Lisbon.

Expected to open inQ2 2025, Andaz Lisbon will offer guests an exciting new luxury lifestyle hotel in the Portuguese capital - and it will represent a key milestone in Hyatt's continued brand growth in Southern Europe. Andaz Lisbon is set to become the second Hyatt-branded hotel in Lisbon.Located in the center of Lisbon's bustling Baixa district and situated along the main pedestrian road, Rua Augusta, the hotel will be comprised of five separate buildings, including the former offices of one of the major banks in Portugal, Banco PortuguÃªs de Investimento (BPI). This central building of the hotel will offer 170 guestrooms, with the surrounding four satellite buildings of the hotel offering guests various private suites to choose from. This unique Urban Resort in the city center will allow guests to fully embrace the locale and experience authentic Lisbon.

About the role

The pre opening Director of Engineering is responsible for the pre opening coordination with construction and project management teams to oversee and ensure the smooth and efficient running of theProperty Operation, Maintenance and Energy Costs and support all operating departments to ensure life safety systems and all services are supplied as required to the hotel, maintaining equipment, the building and grounds in good operational condition, with particular focus on energy conservation and SUSTAINABILITY. You will understand the oversight and daily management of HVAC, MEP, and have superior Technical skills. You will breath and be closely connected to improving ways to reduce our Carbon footprint and understand how we can take care of our environment.

Qualifications

Ideally with a degree or master's qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil.
Relevant experience in a similar role with preopening experience in hotel or commercial building.
In-depth knowledge of engineering systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
Understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and compliance standards
Experience with energy management systems and sustainability initiatives
Ability to plan, execute, and oversee engineering projects, including renovations, installations, and upgrades
Expertise in developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs to ensure the longevity of hotel assets
Comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols, emergency procedures, and regulatory compliance.
Strong organizational skills to manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively
Experience in coordinating with contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders
GREEN KEY CERTIFICATION EXPERIENCE

If this sounds interesting, and a little bit like you, go ahead - click and apply! welook forward to hearingfrom you!

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Long term career growth opportunities
A motivated and connected team
12 complimentary nights (per year) in other Hyatt properties around the world as well as colleague rates and discounts
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Be part of something bigger. Make a difference in the lives of those around you. Join a company that values empathy, wellbeing, respect, integrity, experimentation, inclusion. Discover why Hyatt is consistently ranked as one of the world's best places to work.