Director Engineering - $120000 to $140000 per YEAR

The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe is a prestigious and historic luxury hotel nestled in the beautiful landscape of San Diego, California. This property is a perfect blend of vintage luxury, rich history, and timeless elegance, offering guests a serene escape immersed in the charm of a simpler time. Surrounded by rolling hills, citrus groves, and desert landscapes, The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe provides an exclusive experience that combines comfort, hospitality, and the vibrant Southern California lifestyle. The property has undergone a comprehensive renaissance to maintain its legacy while embracing modern excellence in guest services and amenities. Evolution Hospitality, the lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge Hospitality, manages The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. Evolution Hospitality is known for creating distinct lifestyle experiences across its portfolio of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges across North America. With a commitment to culture, integrity, and performance, Evolution Hospitality fosters a uniquely supportive environment where team members are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally, contributing to the organization's world-class reputation. The Director of Engineering at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe holds a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of the property's facilities maintenance operations. This full-time position plays a pivotal part in ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of all building systems and equipment to guarantee uninterrupted guest satisfaction and property excellence. The Director of Engineering leads and supervises the maintenance team, guiding them in managing the upkeep of the buildings and grounds with a focus on safety, quality, and operational efficiency. Drawing on extensive experience and technical expertise in engineering and maintenance, this professional applies best practices and innovative solutions to optimize the property's infrastructure and support the high standards expected of a luxury hotel environment. Key aspects of the role include hands-on problem solving in fast-paced, high-pressure scenarios where quick, accurate decision-making is essential. The Director of Engineering also demonstrates strong financial acumen, managing budgets and resource allocation to support the maintenance department's operational goals. The role demands excellent communication skills for effectively conveying information across diverse teams and addressing concerns from coworkers and guests alike. Additionally, project management capabilities are crucial, as the Director of Engineering develops and implements maintenance policies and procedures, schedules regular maintenance activities, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. This leadership role requires a bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant experience, including prior management exposure within a hotel or a related field, with preference given to candidates holding a trade license. Employees hired into full-time roles at Evolution Hospitality become eligible for a competitive benefits package after an initial waiting period, which includes medical, dental, vision coverage, short-term and long-term disability income, term life and AD&D insurance, paid time off, an employee assistance program, and a 401k retirement plan. The position also offers daily pay options, making it an attractive opportunity for candidates seeking a rewarding career in hotel engineering management within a celebrated luxury setting.

• Bachelor's degree
• minimum 5 years of relevant experience including management
• experience in hotel or related field
• trade license preferred
• strong leadership skills
• excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• effective communication skills
• ability to work under pressure
• knowledge of maintenance and engineering principles