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Viceroy Hotels and Resorts

Director of Engineering

Viceroy Hotels and Resorts, Ketchum, Idaho, United States, 83340

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Vice President, Human Resources at Viceroy Hotel Group Viceroy is set to open a new resort in Sun Valley in the summer of 2026 at the southeast corner of Main Street and River Street East—the gateway to downtown Ketchum, Idaho. Just minutes from Bald Mountain’s River Run base, the resort marks Sun Valley’s first luxury hotel and for-sale residence offering, bringing Viceroy’s signature experiential hospitality to one of North America’s most iconic, year-round mountain destinations.

We are seeking a Director of Engineering to join our pre-opening team.

Scope of this Position Lead the implementation of the property’s facilities management program with a hands on approach, including all physical structures, equipment and surrounding landscape. Responsibilities include maintenance of hotel facilities to include mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, painting, locking systems and related equipment.

General Responsibilities

Develops Engineering/Facilities strategy and annual budget in determining projected expenses, operating equipment and CAPEX requirements in line with the development of the Annual Business Plan

Develop, recommend, and direct the operations, policies, procedures, plans and programs of the Engineering department

Monitor staff performance in all phases of job functions, assign responsibilities, effectively delegate duties to team and review performance; rectify any deficiencies with respective personnel

Create, execute and continually review and refine the hotel preventative and reactive maintenance programs

Ensure all departments are trained in safety and security awareness to all departments.

Ensure the implementation of systems, processes and equipment in accordance with energy conservation, environmentally friendly guidelines where possible

Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended

Conduct walk-throughs and visually assess the maintenance and operation of the physical structures of the hotel

Oversee all shift activity, including reports and incidents, patrolling, dispatching, various logs/files, all activity on daily shift

Conduct periodic and scheduled audits on the completion of all maintenance projects

Maintain inventory of all parts and supplies; purchase all related parts, supplies, tools and equipment

Qualifications/Skills Required

Excellent leadership skills and proven experience in a luxury/lifestyle environment, must possess a positive attitude and be a team player.

Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills

Excellent safety and sanitation skills

Working knowledge of plumbing codes, electrical codes, fire codes, local mechanical codes, water treatment program, blueprints and plumbing and wiring schematics

Result oriented, be highly organized, be highly analytical and procedural, be a creative and strategic thinker, and will have an ability to work on multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

Team spirit-oriented person and influencer for the entire Maintenance / Engineering Team

Minimum 3-5 years previous experience preferred in a similar position in a hotel required

Preopening experience in a resort setting strongly preferred.

Viceroy Hotel Group is a leading hotel company that combines desirable location, unique design, destination dining and personalized service that touches the heart and soul of our guests. As an industry leader in creativity and innovation, our hotels draw upon the diverse backgrounds and talent of our extraordinary team for optimal success.

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full-time

Job function Hospitality

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