Director of Engineering | JW Marriott Reston Station

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is honored to announce an exciting opportunity for a talented Director of Engineering for the grand opening of JW Marriott Reston Station this Fall!

Join the opening team of the first JW Marriott in Virginia! Experience a new level of luxury at JW Marriott Reston Station, a stunning 28-story landmark that overlooks Reston Row, a lively urban hub filled with top-notch dining and entertainment options. The hotel features 247 rooms spread across 12 floors, setting a new standard for luxury accommodations in the DMV area. With the largest luxury meeting space in Northern Virginia, totaling 35,000 sq ft, it includes two ballrooms with 20-foot ceilings and plenty of natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows and a large skylight. The JW Residences occupy the remaining 16 floors. This impressive architectural gem is conveniently located along the Silver Line Metro, perfectly positioned between Dulles International and Reagan National airports, providing travelers with exceptional access to the capital region and beyond.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are committed to providing you with:

• Highly competitive wages
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

Essential job functions:

• Direct all maintenance operations for the hotel including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, preventive maintenance, hotel rooms, meetings spaces, restaurant, kitchens and equipment
• Supervise staff including hiring, termination, discipline, development and evaluations
• Lead and manage the day to day activities of the Maintenance department and ensure all standards are followed
• Oversee ongoing maintenance, repair and preventative maintenance in the Resort with a focus to improve efficiency, profitability and service levels
• Co-ordinate renovation and capital projects, managing outside contractors as required
• Prepare and manage the annual maintenance budget, monitor of the Budget on a monthly basis; complete P&L responsibility for the department and assist in the preparation of the capital plan
• Establish and fine tune a complete preventive maintenance program for Guest Rooms and equipment. Incorporation of the program into a facilities management software package, which tracks the work order system and scheduled maintenance needs
• Follow purchasing procedures for all inventory needs and maintain the required physical inventory pursuant to the maintenance program and unanticipated emergencies
• Ensure the Resort complies with all government regulations pertaining to building code requirements, health, fire and life safety programs
• Review ongoing service contracts ensuring superior performance and competitive pricing
• Monitoring energy and water management programs to ensure cost effective use of utilities
• Balance operational, administrative and Members/Guest needs
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 4 years of experience as a Director of Engineering is required
• Prior hotel experience is highly preferred
• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is preferred
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be flexible enough to work any shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays

Our Differences Are What Make Us Great:

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That's why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.