Director of Facilities for a Luxury Residences

Job Description

Hospitality Spotlight is seeking a Director of Facilities for Luxury Residences

If you’re a proactive, hands-on leader with deep expertise in engineering operations and property maintenance, this is an exciting opportunity to oversee the physical heart of a premier hospitality asset. You’ll guide a talented team, ensure the property is maintained to the highest standards, and safeguard the guest experience while protecting ownership’s investment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead & Develop the Engineering Team : Recruit, train, and manage the Chief Engineer, Assistant Engineer, IT Specialist, and Buildings / Grounds Maintenance staff and / or contractors.

Ensure Preventive & Ongoing Maintenance : Create and manage daily, weekly, and monthly inspection protocols for building structure, mechanicals (HVAC, electrical, elevator, pool, etc.), interiors / exteriors, and landscaping. Maintain and review inspection checklists.

Manage Periodic & Capital Projects : Oversee major maintenance programs such as window washing, façade inspections, and mechanical upgrades. Source, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts; review proposals and invoices; ensure projects meet budget, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Guarantee Regulatory Compliance : Track and fulfill all inspections, maintenance mandates, and reporting requirements from government agencies and insurance carriers. Maintain thorough documentation.

Respond to Critical Issues : Identify and address urgent maintenance concerns, recommend remedial actions, and source outside experts as needed.

Plan & Execute Special Projects : Coordinate renovations and upgrades to minimize cost, maximize success, and reduce guest impact. Obtain and review competitive proposals and ensure all work meets objectives.

Support Owner / Resident Requests : Review remodel or repair plans, ensure CC&R and brand compliance, meet with owners / vendors as needed, and maintain a list of approved vendors. Inspect homeowner vendor work when required.

Oversee IT Systems : Implement and maintain property technology systems, troubleshoot issues, recommend upgrades, and partner with the Administrative Manager to address support and security needs.

What You Bring to the Table

7+ years of engineering / facilities leadership in a hotel, resort, or mixed-use hospitality property

Proven ability to recruit, train, and motivate technical teams and outside contractors

Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (HVAC, electrical, elevator, pool) and preventive maintenance programs

Demonstrated success managing capital projects, budgets, and vendor relationships

Familiarity with regulatory and insurance compliance requirements

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field preferred

Compensation & Details

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

Full benefits package and performance incentives

On-site leadership role at a luxury property

Requirements

Experience as a Director of Facilities at a luxury condo / building