Director of Engineering

Pyramid Global Hospitality

Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a people-first culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits, and our dedication to building meaningful relationships. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.

Virginia Guest House

Welcome to the Virginia Guesthouse, a 214 room hotel and conference center on the beautiful grounds of the University of Virginia. This property is scheduled to open in Spring 2026. This highly anticipated and ideally located property in the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio offers a vibrant and exciting atmosphere for guests, faculty, and students. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a culture that values hospitality, teamwork, and professional growth. Whether you're in guest services, housekeeping, or food and beverage, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive and welcoming environment. We are committed to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive while delivering exceptional service. If you're passionate about hospitality and looking to grow in a people-first culture, Virginia Guest House is the perfect place to build your career. Join us today and be part of something special.

Overview

To maintain the entire hotel facility, including physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, H.V.A.C. systems and related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs. Ensure the upkeep of guest areas to maintain an attractive hotel. Manage all rehabilitation, expansion, and / or special projects.

Essential Functions

• Conducts walk-throughs and visually assesses the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure(s) of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, H.V.A.C. systems and any other related equipment.
• Assigns and verifies completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces, meeting rooms, ballrooms, outlets, back of the house spaces and grounds.
• Assigns and verifies completion of all repairs, replacement, and renovations projects to offices, and employee work areas.
• Hires, trains, supervises and disciplines department staff.
• Adheres to all Corporate required purchasing policies and controls, to include all outside contractor bids, budgets and schedules.
• Maintains effective Energy Management and Preventive Maintenance programs, conducting special training for other operating departments on the safe and efficient use of equipment and energy in the hotel.
• Maintain fire standpipe, sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers throughout the facility to ensure proper working condition and fire protection in compliance with local fire codes.
• The individual is required to know how to recharge pressurized water extinguishers or have the ability to learn within new hire training. Lifting and carrying of fire extinguisher weighing up to 50 lbs. is required.
• Informs the General Manager and hotel department heads, on a regular basis, regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structure(s), related systems and equipment offering prudent, and cost-effective proposals for maintaining same.
• Accesses and inputs information into a computer and generates reports.
• Communicate effectively with city officials to ensure proper maintenance of permits and licenses, such as inspecting the building with the fire department to ensure all public assembly permits are maintained yearly, coordinating inspections of all elevators and escalators with the Buildings department.
• Coordinate and search building with Secret Service and other officials to ensure safety of diplomats and hotel guests.
• Act as a liaison between hotel and vendors to review latest in hotel technology and products such as State / Local Energy Programs to save energy costs.
• Attend engineering conventions to educate self in latest products to be used in the hotel to increase guest satisfaction and cut costs, etc.
• Act as a liaison between all departments of the hotels and Engineering.

Supportive Functions

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.

Qualifications

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using another combination of skills and abilities.