Chief of Engineering - Ambassador Hotel Kansas… at Coury… · Kansas…

Why Work at Ambassador Hotel Kansas City?
At Ambassador Hotel Kansas City, Autograph Collection, we offer more than just a workplace—we provide a dynamic environment where exceptional service meets a passion for hospitality. Located in the heart of downtown Kansas City, our boutique luxury hotel blends historic charm with modern elegance, creating unforgettable experiences for both guests and curators. The Ambassador features 43 beautifully appointed guest rooms, the acclaimed Lonnie’s Reno Club, an intimate jazz lounge celebrating Kansas City’s musical legacy, and The American Reserve, a sophisticated dining experience. With stylish event spaces and a culture of excellence, working at the Ambassador means being part of a team that values innovation, hospitality, and making every moment memorable.

DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

REPORTS TO: General Manager

STATUS: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Engineering is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for preserving, enhancing, and elevating the physical assets that bring each Coury Hospitality property to life. This role champions operational excellence while embodying our commitment to inspired spaces, thoughtful design, and exceptional guest experiences. As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Engineering ensures that every system, structure, and environment operates seamlessly, supporting our mission to create distinctive, story-driven hospitality experiences. This leader cultivates a culture of accountability, proactive maintenance, sustainability, and service, ensuring our properties remain safe, efficient, and beautifully maintained.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:

Facilitates the daily maintenance operation throughout the properties managed by the Company.

Conducts regular walk-throughs and visually assesses the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel, restaurants, and all banquet/private dining spaces including all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment.

Monitors properties throughout the year through detailed property walks/checklists to ensure budgeted and emergency capital needs are met.

Informs the General Manager and Company department heads on a regular basis regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structures, related systems and equipment, offering prudent, cost-effective proposals for maintaining these systems or improving safety.

Develops and oversees the preventative maintenance process and manages the repair work order process. Ensures that all work orders are processed in an efficient, priority-oriented manner.

Implements and manages procedures and practices that ensure quality assurance for work performed by Company maintenance teams, as well as outside vendors.

Serves as a Project Manager of all major projects, including routine maintenance, repairs,

replacements, renovations and capital improvement projects. Ensures that all projects are completed on time and according to specifications. Reports on progress on a regular basis to Senior Leadership of the Company.

Ensures that there is an adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools, and materials available through effective ordering.

Advises General Manager and President of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations.

Serves on the Company Safety Committee. Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.

Be aware of Hazardous areas. Works to ensure the safety of our guests and associates.

Strictly enforce safety procedures.

Assists with bidding out projects to multiple vendors and getting competitive quotes.

Implements Company guidelines on preservation of historic structures and assets.

Provides training to property leadership in all areas related to engineering.

Manages maintenance staff while maintaining the integrity of facilities and systems.

Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of the manager. Furthermore, tasks and responsibilities may be added or revised based on the volume of business and the need for the work to be completed at the present time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate and cooperate positively with peers and supervisors.

Ability to keep accurate accounts of all parts and equipment orders.

Strong project management skills/ability to create processes/keep deadlines.

Ability to read and translate blueprints, electrical diagrams, and schedules.

Knowledge of codes and specifications. Ability to research and learn regulatory requirements.

Knowledge of general work safety practices.

Knowledge of the operations, of power tools, and maintenance equipment.

Must have a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to remain mobile, walk and stand during the entire shift. Ability to lift up to 60l lbs.

Able to work the majority of a shift outdoors in all-weather as the business dictates.

Able to use a computer and sit for extended periods of time.

Continually reaches, bends, lifts, carries, stoops and wipes during entire shift

Able to work a varied schedule including holidays, weekends and nights as the Business dictates.

This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment. Employment with the Company is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Company at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.