Job Description

Chief Engineer

Job Category: Ops - General Mgmt

Requisition Number: CHIEF039540

Posted: January 13, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Hotel Indigo Austin

810 Red River St

Austin, TX 78701, USA

+1 more locations

Description

Job Title: Chief Engineer

Location: Hotel Indigo & Holiday Inn Express Downtown Austin

Job Summary: The Chief Engineer is responsible for overseeing all engineering and maintenance operations for our dual-branded hotel complex. This role ensures safe, functional, and well-maintained facilities across both properties while supporting guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and brand compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the maintenance team and manage daily operations for both Hotel Indigo and Holiday Inn Express.
• Ensure all building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, life safety) are operating effectively and in compliance with local codes and brand standards.
• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance and respond to guest and operational work orders promptly.
• Manage vendors, service contracts, inspections, and CapEx projects.
• Monitor department expenses and maintain records of repairs, warranties, and maintenance logs.
• Support property leadership with emergency preparedness and energy conservation initiatives.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate engineering staff.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 35 years of engineering leadership experience in a hotel or similar facility.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, equipment, and general trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
• Familiarity with IHG brand standards and Quore is a plus.
• Ability to lead a team and coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability for on-call emergencies and flexibility with schedule as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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