Position: Director of Engineering
Reporting Relationship: General Manager
Location: ONE GT, Grand Cayman - Goring Avenue Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands KY1-1105
Work Type: 100% On-Site
Position Summary: As Director of Engineering, you are responsible for all areas related to Hotel Maintenance and Repair. Through strategic planning and interaction with Operations leaders you will oversee and be responsible for Preventative Maintenance adherence and compliance, on-going training of Engineering team, operating and guest service standards, all life/safety system enforcement agency requirements, capital improvement guidance and input, work with owner representatives on proper resolutions to engineering related issues, work with owner's representative to take the lead in natural catastrophe recovery efforts, expense controls, and talent management. You are a strategist, collaborator, creative problem-solver, strong communicator, and people-focused leader. You are not shy to get your hands dirty and troubleshoot maintenance issues on the spot. You will be responsible for ensuring hotel continuously maintained at exacting standards and all hotels pass QA/BSA/OPR as it relates to condition and life/safety.
About ONE GT (Grand Cayman): Expected to open by the end of 2025, ONE GT is Grand
Cayman’s premier luxury urban residential resort. Located in the heart of George Town, our 10-
story landmark features the island's only rooftop infinite-edge pool, high-end dining options, a
pastry café, and stunning 360-degree views. The resort is steps away from luxury shopping,
gourmet dining, and cultural landmarks, offering a seamless balance of productivity and
relaxation. ONE GT has been awarded the 5-star winner and nominee for several regional
awards and won Best Hotel Architecture Cayman Islands and Best New Hotel Construction &
Design.
About Remington Hospitality: ONE GT, Grand Cayman is managed by Remington Hospitality. When you build a career at Remington, you achieve success, growth, and friendships. We offer endless opportunities and so many reasons to stay with us.
As a team, we roll up our sleeves to take care of our guests and celebrate success together. Expectations are clear, collaboration is encouraged, and opportunity is there--if you reach for it. Come join us and succeed in our dynamic culture where you are valued and appreciated.
Core Responsibilities:
· Support the Hotel Executive Team in the successful operation of the hotel.
· Support the Operations leadership in utility and engineering cost analysis, review and research.
· Supply technical guidance, suggestions, and expertise to operations team as well as senior management.
· Recruit, develop, and evaluate engineering talent to maintain a full pipeline for the property.
· Provide the Senior Engineer with operational support, ongoing coaching, professional development, quarterly check-ins, and ensure accountability with a focus on succession planning.
· Work with Area Director of Engineering, GM, and Engineer to manage Departmental P&L and assist them in analysis.
· Work with the Property Strata Manager on any residential shared service components, in relation to upkeep, preventative maintenance and repairs.
· Work closely with the Strata Manager in establishing ongoing residential preventative management plans.
· Lead and support annual budget and capital planning.
· Ensure all billable hours and expenses related to residential components are recorded inline with procedures, corresponding closely with the Accounting department and Strata manager for owner monthly charges.
· Evaluate third party maintenance agreements and warranties (where they exist) and play key role in negotiating the best possible price/service terms and monitor with proper follow up with vendors.
· Work with Project Management and Corporate Engineers on approved refreshes and capital projects to ensure good partnership and project completion timeliness.
· Monitor all Out of Order Rooms, identifying any issues with timeliness of rooms returning to service, addressing with appropriate Operations Leaders while also evaluating for trends with appropriate actions to prevent unnecessary recurrence.
· Oversee and responsible for Preventative Maintenance Program.
· Responsible for PM automation systems and standards. Synergy, Transcendent...
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· 5+ years as single property Director of Engineering or Chief Engineer in the hospitality space.
· Track record of upward progression in hotel engineering with experience in all areas of building engineering including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchens, general building construction.
· Experienced with Automated Preventative Maintenance systems.
· Extensive working knowledge of hotel Engineering and consistent record of success.
· Strong negotiation skills as well as strong verbal and written communication capabilities
· Exceptional understanding of fundamental hotel mechanical systems, to include electrical, plumbing, HVAC (centrifugal chillers a big plus), elevators, fire enunciator and suppression systems (training certification a big plus).
· The ability to think strategically and analytically, demonstrating sensitivity to brand issues, with a participative "all in" attitude.
· Experienced working with Energy management systems in addition to evaluating energy savings initiatives and results.
· Strong understanding of code compliance regulations (a big plus).
· Well-organized initiative-taker with the ability to manage competing priorities.
· Strong critical thinking skills
· Flexible to work varying schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
· Proficient with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook
Physical Requirements:
• Sit, stand and walk for varying lengths of time
• Lift approximately fifteen (15) pounds
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Focus and maintain attention to multiple tasks in a short time period, and complete work assignments within deadline demands, despite frequent interruptions
• Grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, pulling, pushing, listening and hearing ability and visual ability
• Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, multi-line tone phone, filing cabinets, photocopiers and other office equipment as needed
Additional Requirements:
· Available to work extended hours, including weekends, public holidays, and late nights.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions required for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed based on business demands.
**Preference will be given to status holders, Caymanians and Permanent Resident Holders (P.R. Holder)**