Director of Engineering

Overview

Are you ready to help shape the future of travel and hospitality at the new Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy? Hotel Polaris is seeking an exceptional Director of Engineering to join our team and play a vital role in shaping the success of Hotel Polaris, an instant icon on the hospitality landscape of Colorado Springs. Your efforts significantly influence the unique and distinctive experiences we seek to deliver to our guests and team members alike. We're looking for someone who wants to be a part of something bigger and shares our passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences, nurturing a vibrant company culture, and building strong connections with our communities.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the recruitment, development, and leadership of the engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Optimize team deployment to ensure peak operational efficiency and workload management, achieving unmatched productivity standards.
• Champion the delivery of timely, meaningful performance feedback, driving career growth and professional development.
• Strategically oversee the maintenance and operations of the resort's physical infrastructure and systems, guaranteeing the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Lead comprehensive assessments of the resort’s structural, mechanical, and electrical systems to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Mastermind inventory control, ensuring the engineering department is equipped with essential parts, supplies, and tools for maximum efficiency.
• Enforce adherence to organizational standards and procedures, maintaining an environment of excellence and compliance.
• Excel in resolving guest and team member challenges with innovative problem-solving skills and exceptional guest service focus.
• Act swiftly and decisively in emergency situations, prioritizing guest and employee safety above all.
• Direct the orchestration and execution of departmental strategies through regular meetings and meticulous record-keeping.
• Serve as a pivotal member of the Executive Committee, influencing the resort’s strategic direction and operational excellence.
• Actively participate in and contribute to staff meetings with insightful analysis and forward-thinking strategies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across all operations, safeguarding the resort through adherence to local, state, and federal laws.
• Certify the technical proficiency of the engineering staff, upholding high standards of service and expertise.
• Skillfully manage subcontractor relationships, from solicitation to administration, ensuring quality and value in all external partnerships.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with precision, ensuring favorable terms and diligent oversight of consulting and contracting services.
• Serve as the essential link between the resort and governmental agencies, navigating regulatory landscapes to secure necessary permits and approvals.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive annual operating budget, aligning financial planning with strategic goals for payroll, expenses, and capital projects.
• Lead the department in operating within budgetary constraints, delivering financial analyses and strategic adjustments as needed.
• Establish a streamlined inventory and purchasing system, enhancing operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Uphold the resort’s commitment to safety and maintenance, ensuring a secure and welcoming environment for all guests and staff.
• Lead or contribute significantly to the property’s safety committee, advocating for best practices in workplace safety and health.

Qualifications

• Experienced with 5 or more years leading facilities management of hospitality related properties.
• Experience in a comparable AAA Four Diamond/Four Star hotel or higher is highly desired.
• Engineering experience required.
• Must be skilled in problem solving and customer service.
• Seasoned trainer with supervisory experience who is able to provide “hands-on” instructions on a wide variety of topics, equipment and systems.
• Ability to effectively use a multi meter in troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Proven track record in managing an efficient work force focusing on preventative maintenance of the asset's public areas, guestrooms, and physical plant.
• Experience in organizing, implementing, and maintaining a preventative maintenance tracking system and work order system.
• Experience in coordinating and managing hospitality capital improvement projects, i.e. public areas and guestrooms renovations, FF&E repair and reupholstering, FF&E procurement, site and building maintenance and upgrades.
• Must be able to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical system problems.
• Must have extensive working knowledge of building systems to include but not limited to; HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, roofs, building finishes, mechanical operations, energy management and Preventative Maintenance Programs.
• Necessary to be able to hear emergency alarms and follow and direct appropriate emergency procedures.
• Strong communication skills- both oral and written. Proven command of the English language, both oral and written.
• Strong PC skills with an emphasis on Excel.

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand/walk for entire shift.
• Must be able to work various shifts.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. with assistance.
• Must be able to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, walk on uneven surfaces, and reach on a continuous basis.

As a valued member of the CoralTree team, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Participation in a pre-tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement.
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
• An employee assistance program.
• Paid time off/sick time.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Complimentary team member meals.
• Complimentary room nights at CoralTree Hospitality managed properties.

Join us in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, building vibrant communities, and shaping the future of travel and hospitality.

Salary range: $115,000 - $135,000/yr. + bonus

Application deadline: This job posting will close on 9/30/2026 or until the position has been filled.

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Compensation: 115000 to 135000 (USD)