Property Description: The Fontaine, A Kansas City Hotel, is a trendy and upscale boutique hotel located in the heart of Kansas City, MO, offering an exciting and vibrant work environment for job applicants seeking a career in hospitality. Joining the team at The Fontaine means being part of a property known for its contemporary design, exceptional service, and unique guest experiences. The hotel offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to culinary, events, and more, providing a diverse and dynamic career path. The Fontaine is dedicated to creating a culture that values creativity, innovation, and personalized guest interactions. Employees can expect to work in a modern and stylish environment, where they can showcase their skills, grow their career, and be part of a team that delivers memorable experiences to guests. Joining the team at The Fontaine presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge hotel that is redefining hospitality in Kansas City. Overview: Are you a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and a strong technical background? Join our team as the Director of Engineering and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our property. As the Director of Engineering, you will oversee a dynamic team and be responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and management of all engineering operations. From enhancing energy efficiency to maintaining state-of-the-art facilities, you will ensure seamless operations and a superior guest experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a knack for problem-solving, and possess excellent leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a lasting impact in the hospitality industry. Responsibilities: Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize engineering operations and enhance overall efficiency. Oversee the maintenance, repair, and renovation of the property's infrastructure and systems. Manage the engineering team, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to drive excellence. Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of engineering services. Implement sustainable and eco-friendly initiatives to promote energy conservation. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service delivery. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Director or Assistant Director required. Hotel, institutional, HVAC systems experience of 3-5 years. Refrigeration, HVAC certification. Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life safety systems, preventative maintenance systems, etc. Budget management, cost control, and financial responsibility experience with stationary engineering licensed preferred. Valid Driver’s license. Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members. Benefits: Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts, and Davidson Restaurant Group. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families. Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage. Dental & Vision Coverage. 24/7 Teledoc service. Free Maintenance Medications. Pet Insurance. Hotel Discounts. Tuition Reimbursement. Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 401K Match. Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other. EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation Davidson Hospitality is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify. J-18808-Ljbffr
