Chief Engineer

Job Title: Chief Engineer
Location: Hotel Indigo & Holiday Inn Express – Downtown Austin

Job Summary:
The Chief Engineer is responsible for overseeing all engineering and maintenance operations for our dual-branded hotel complex. This role ensures safe, functional, and well-maintained facilities across both properties while supporting guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and brand compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the maintenance team and manage daily operations for both Hotel Indigo and Holiday Inn Express.

• Ensure all building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, life safety) are operating effectively and in compliance with local codes and brand standards.

• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance and respond to guest and operational work orders promptly.

• Manage vendors, service contracts, inspections, and CapEx projects.

• Monitor department expenses and maintain records of repairs, warranties, and maintenance logs.

• Support property leadership with emergency preparedness and energy conservation initiatives.

• Train, supervise, and evaluate engineering staff.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of engineering leadership experience in a hotel or similar facility.

• Strong knowledge of building systems, equipment, and general trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).

• Familiarity with IHG brand standards and Quore is a plus.

• Ability to lead a team and coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Availability for on-call emergencies and flexibility with schedule as needed.