Senior Manager Engineering

Role Purpose

Reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, undertakes Engineering related activities throughout the hotel lifecycle by collaborating with all relevant stake holders to deliver the highest quality of engineering support and solutions in compliance with IHG brand standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Works closely with the HL&G team in supporting the feasibility review of projects and preparation of reports for hotels considered for acquisition, management, or franchise into an IHG brand.
• Manage the process of reviewing projects to achieve IHG Engineering & Brand Safety standards compliances.
• Provides technical advice support to Hotel Owners & Operators throughout the project lifespan from inception through design, construction, fit-out, commissioning and handover to IHG operating teams.
• Provide Post opening support on key initiatives such as carbon reduction, Energy, Water & Waste conservation, and maintenance capital planning/execution.
• Work closely with Design & Engineering team members to understand IHG investment goals, brand strategies and standards for each hotel project throughout hotel life cycle.
• Supports the Property Improvement Plan (PIP) for new or renewal properties, including on-site evaluations and execution of PIP plans. Ensures Engineering & Fire, Life, Safety standards are implemented and maintained at all properties to protect integrity of the brands.

Key Skills & Experiences:

Educational Attainment:

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering with emphasis in built environment, building services, marine, mechanical, and electrical engineering.

Critical Expertise & Experience:

• Minimum 8 years related experience, including at least 6 years in related building services role for hotel or commercial properties.
• Preferred to be Fire-safety certified, Green Manager certified and/or Energy efficiency management.
• Experience in hospitality consultancy and/or hotel operation will be an added advantage.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skill.
• Ability to read and analyze technical documentation with extensive knowledge on Fire Life Safety, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing design for hotels and resorts.
• A self-motivated individual with excellent influencing skills and interpersonal style.
• An effective communicator with good project management skills, experience in a multi-national environment and ability to deal with different cultural issues sensitively.
• Good written communication skills.
• Ability to converse in local language and English will be an added advantage.

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