Complex Director of Engineering - Hilton and Embassy Suites Tampa

Complex Director of Engineering - Hilton and Embassy Suites Downtown Tampa

Job Number: HOT0

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Hilton Tampa Downtown, 211 N. Tampa St., Tampa 33602

A Property Operations Director is responsible for directing and overseeing the functionality and safety of the facility to protect the well‑being of all guests and team members in the hotel’s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

As Property Operations Director, you would be responsible for directing and overseeing the functionality and safety of the facility to protect the well‑being of all guests and team members in the hotel’s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Provide direct leadership and strategic oversight for all property operations across both hotels.
• Develop, coach, and hold accountable Directors, Assistant Directors, and Managers within Engineering and Property Operations.
• Ensure consistent standards, processes, and performance across both assets.

Serve as the primary escalation point for complex operational, safety, and facilities issues.

• Oversee preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal equipment performance and asset longevity.
• Ensure compliance with all life safety, fire, elevator, pool, and regulatory inspections.
• Direct response and recovery for major system failures or emergencies.

• Ensure proper documentation, logs, and compliance records are maintained.
• Develop and manage operating budgets for property operations across both hotels.
• Control labor, utilities, and maintenance expenses to meet or exceed budget targets.
• Partner with ownership and asset management on capital planning, FF&E, and long‑term asset preservation.

• Oversee bid processes, vendor contracts, and service agreements.

• Lead capital projects, renovations, and PIP execution across both properties.
• Coordinate with ownership, brand, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.

Minimize guest impact during construction and renovation activities.

• Ensure compliance with all brand standards, QA audits, and PIP requirements.
• Lead preparation for brand inspections and audits.
• Partner with brand representatives to address deficiencies and execute corrective action plans.

• Work closely with General Managers, Finance, Rooms, and F&B leadership to support overall hotel performance.
• Provide operational input into forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Support guest satisfaction by proactively addressing facility‑related concerns.

We look for demonstration of the following values and attributes:

• Hospitality – We’re passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity – We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership – We’re leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork – We’re team players in everything we do.
• Ownership – We’re the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now – We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full‑service hotels and resorts to extended‑stay suites and mid‑priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.

And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!