Director of Engineering

Join us as the Director of Engineering at Omni Hotels & Resorts and help shape the future of our upcoming Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita.

Overview

Opening in early 2027, the Omni Pontoque Resort will be a luxury beachfront property with 244 guest rooms, 42 suites, and two private villas. It will feature three restaurants, a spa, multiple pools, a state‑of‑the‑art fitness center, and 27,000 square feet of event space.

Job Description

In early 2027, Omni Hotels & Resorts will debut its first owned and managed property in Mexico. This is a rare, career‑defining opportunity to serve as opening Director of Engineering, leading a flagship resort of exceptional scope and sophistication into the market.

The Director of Engineering is responsible for ensuring proper training and supervision of all engineering personnel and for providing consistent, cost‑effective maintenance programs that ensure the property’s safe and efficient operation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and operate R&M & utility expenses in an economic, legal, and safe manner.
• Manage R&M expenses, participate in month‑end financial processes and forecasting.
• Supervise a comprehensive maintenance and preventative maintenance program for public spaces, guestrooms, and equipment. All work requests and preventive maintenance are managed in Synergy.
• Coordinate with other departments to maintain general conditions and adhere to safety, health, and legal requirements set by hotel policy.
• Recruit, interview, hire, train, and discipline engineering associates in coordination with the Director of Associate Services.
• Recommend capital budget projects, obtain bids, and oversee contractors for project execution. Manage special permits and licenses as required.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of work by external vendors and contractors.
• Maintain own and resort’s special permits and licenses as required by local, state, and federal authorities.
• Control schedules, staffing, and payroll for the engineering team. Maintain personnel records, utility logs, and engineering records.
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions; complete safety training and certifications.
• Maintain clean uniform and professional appearance; protect company assets and maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards; recommend, develop, and implement ways to increase organizational efficiency, productivity, safety, and cost savings.
• Schedule and facilitate monthly department meetings.
• Coach and counsel associates, complete performance evaluations.
• Attend all required company training.
• Champion the Omni / Power of One / Power of Engagement culture.

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EEO Statement

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer – Vets / Disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available.

PI Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement. If you need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please email applicationassistance@omnihotels.com. Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.

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