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Director of Engineering

Crescent Hotels & Resorts · Itasca, Illinois, US

The Director of Engineering supports the daily operations of the Engineering Department by helping lead preventive maintenance programs, monitoring life safe...

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The Director of Engineering supports the daily operations of the Engineering Department by helping lead preventive maintenance programs, monitoring life safety systems, utilities, capital projects, and overall facility operations to ensure the hotel is maintained in compliance with corporate/franchise standards and applicable local, state, and federal codes and regulations. This role partners closely with hotel leadership to support asset protection, operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, and a safe, well-maintained environment for guests and associates. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Support the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department, including team development, coaching, performance management, interviewing, hiring recommendations, and disciplinary support as appropriate. - Assist in the implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of preventive maintenance programs for hotel equipment, systems, and facilities. - Oversee service request workflows and ensure work is prioritized, completed, and monitored efficiently to support guest satisfaction, safety, and operational continuity. - Monitor, test, and inspect life safety systems, utilities, and critical buil...