Hybrid Corporate Director of Engineering

at Coral Hospitality

• Job title: Corporate Director of Engineering
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Atlanta, United States

About the role

• Corporate Director of Engineering providing leadership to property operations and maintenance teams for hotel properties. Ensuring operational excellence and asset preservation strategies across multiple facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide portfolio-wide leadership to Chief Engineers and property maintenance teams
• Develop and standardize preventive maintenance programs across all hotels
• Establish engineering SOPs, safety protocols, and operational benchmarks
• Conduct regular property inspections, engineering audits, and facilities condition assessments
• Implement technology solutions (CMMS systems, building automation systems, energy management platforms)
• Lead long-term capital expenditure planning in collaboration with ownership and finance teams
• Evaluate property condition reports and prioritize capital improvement projects
• Oversee renovation projects, system upgrades, and infrastructure replacements
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with operational needs
• Ensure all properties maintain best-in-class preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Drive energy efficiency, sustainability initiatives, and utility cost optimization
• Standardize vendor management and service contract negotiations
• Develop emergency response plans and crisis management procedures
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes and regulations
• Oversee fire life-safety systems, ADA compliance, environmental regulations, and risk mitigation practices
• Conduct safety audits and training programs to reduce liability exposure
• Review engineering budgets, CapEx forecasts, and reserve studies
• Analyze repair and maintenance spend to optimize cost controls
• Track ROI on capital investments and sustainability initiatives
• Mentor and develop Chief Engineers and property engineering teams
• Establish training standards and technical certification pathways

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive experience in hotel engineering or facilities leadership
• Multi-property oversight experience required
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and building automation
• Experience leading capital projects and renovation initiatives
• Deep understanding of life-safety compliance and regulatory requirements
• Proven ability to drive cost efficiencies while preserving asset integrity
• Strong computer skills - leverages technology
• Ability to travel 50-60% required

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Teamwork environment
• Leadership team that shares a passion for excellence in hospitality