Director of Engineering

The Harriman, A Viceroy Resort

  • Ketchum, ID
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
Viceroy Hotels:Viceroy Hotels & Resorts inspires travelers with one-of-a-kind authentic lifestyle experiences that bring together provocative design and intuitive service in sought-after locations. A leader in modern luxury, Viceroy’s vibe-led hospitality is guided by the brand promise “Remember to Live,” an affirmation to create lifelong memories for each guest. As an industry leader in creativity and innovation, our hotels draw upon the diverse backgrounds and talent of our extraordinary team for optimal success. Location:The property offers 73 guest rooms and 12 single-level penthouse residences, all with sweeping views of Idaho’s Rocky Mountains. Guests and owners will enjoy an elevated level of personalized service and an extensive amenity suite, including a 5,700-square-foot full-service spa, a 1,500-square-foot fitness center, six treatment rooms, an indoor thermal pool, cold plunge, sauna, and steam rooms. A state-of-the-art rooftop observatory and outdoor terrace bar will provide unobstructed access to the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve, the first designated preserve of its kind in the U.S. and one of only 12 globally. Overview:The Harriman, a Viceroy Resort, set to open in June 2026 at the southeast corner of Main Street and River Street East—the gateway to downtown Ketchum, Idaho. Just minutes from Bald Mountain’s River Run base, the resort marks Sun Valley’s first luxury hotel and for-sale residence offering, bringing Viceroy’s signature experiential hospitality to one of North America’s most iconic, year-round mountain destinations.Top of FormWe are seeking a Director of Engineering to join our pre-opening team.Scope of this Position:Lead the implementation of the property’s facilities management program with a hands on approach, including all physical structures, equipment and surrounding landscape. Responsibilities include maintenance of hotel facilities to include mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, painting, locking systems and related equipment. Responsibilities:
  • Develops Engineering/Facilities strategy and annual budget in determining projected expenses, operating equipment and CAPEX requirements in line with the development of the Annual Business Plan
  • Develop, recommend, and direct the operations, policies, procedures, plans and programs of the Engineering department
  • Monitor staff performance in all phases of job functions, assign responsibilities, effectively delegate duties to team and review performance; rectify any deficiencies with respective personnel
  • Create, execute and continually review and refine the hotel preventative and reactive maintenance programs
  • Ensure all departments are trained in safety and security awareness to all departments.
  • Ensure the implementation of systems, processes and equipment in accordance with energy conservation, environmentally friendly guidelines where possible
  • Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended
  • Conduct walk-throughs and visually assess the maintenance and operation of the physical structures of the hotel
  • Oversee all shift activity, including reports and incidents, patrolling, dispatching, various logs/files, all activity on daily shift
  • Conduct periodic and scheduled audits on the completion of all maintenance projects
  • Maintain inventory of all parts and supplies; purchase all related parts, supplies, tools and equipment
Qualifications:
  • Excellent leadership skills and proven experience in a luxury/lifestyle environment, must possess a positive attitude and be a team player.
  • Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent safety and sanitation skills
  • Working knowledge of plumbing codes, electrical codes, fire codes, local mechanical codes, water treatment program, blueprints and plumbing and wiring schematics
  • Result oriented, be highly organized, be highly analytical and procedural, be a creative and strategic thinker, and will have an ability to work on multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
  • Team spirit-oriented person and influencer for the entire Maintenance / Engineering Team
  • Minimum 3-5 years previous experience preferred in a similar position in a hotel required
  • Preopening experience in a resort setting strongly preferred.

The Harriman, A Viceroy Resort