Director of Engineering

The Director of Engineering at The Modern leads all engineering and maintenance operations across the resort’s towers, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality physical environments. This role oversees mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and structural systems, manages capital projects, and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The Director partners with resort leadership to drive energy efficiency, budget performance, and team development.

HGV offers outstanding Team Member travel discount programs and much more through Perks at Work, exclusive Go Hilton Travel, HGV Getaway, and RCI Travel, opening access to discounts at over 1500+ brands and resorts. Your daily work location unlocks your specific set of benefits.

Here's why you'll love it here - We offer an excellent benefits package to our full-time Team Members that include:

Salary Range: $87,000 ~ $100,000 per year

This position is eligible for a corporate bonus.

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance from Day One

Financial Wellness - 401k plan with company match, Life insurance, Company stock purchase program

Team Member Travel Program - enjoy discounted rates at incredible properties around the globe

Flexible PTO plan for managers and above that provides employees with ample time off to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with their loved ones.

Team Member Recognition and numerous learning and advancement opportunities to fuel your professional growth...and more!

HGV was awarded four out of five stars for fostering a culture of work-life balance and family-friendly benefits, and is one of Newsweek's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families." Over the past 30 years, the highest honor we’ve received is the continued loyalty of our Owners, Members and Guests. We’ve also earned accolades for the remarkable work of our dedicated Team Members throughout our resorts, call centers and corporate offices.

Additional Responsibilities Include:

Lead daily engineering operations across resort towers, including inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance.

Ensure all building systems (mechanical, electrical, HVAC) operate safely and efficiently.

Oversee emergency preparedness and safety protocols.

Manage departmental budgets, purchasing, and inventory control.

Supervise maintenance projects in guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.

Maintain compliance with QA standards, OSHA regulations, and internal policies.

Partner with HR on recruitment, performance management, and labor relations.

Coordinate onboarding and development plans for engineering team members.

Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to meet operational and financial goals.

Provide reporting and forecast support to resort leadership.

Embodies the Hilton Grand Vacations Values of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership, Now,

Completes all required Company training/compliance courses as assigned.

Adheres to Company standards and maintains compliance with all policies and procedures.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

What are we looking for?

Hilton Grand Vacations is a leader in the vacation ownership industry, operating with an unwavering dedication to innovation, quality, and continued growth. At the core of our company’s success are our Team Members.

To fulfill this role efficiently, you must possess the following minimum qualifications and experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent

2+ years as Director of Engineering in a hotel or resort with 200+ rooms

4+ years of management experience, preferably leading engineering or maintenance teams

5+ years of related engineering experience, preferably in hospitality or facilities management

Pre-opening experience or involvement in large-scale renovations

Experience with sophisticated mechanical systems, building equipment commissioning

Experience working in Hawaii in a similar role

PM Systems experience (Synergy, HOTSOS as examples)

Strong understanding of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural maintenance.

Knowledge of OSHA standards, emergency preparedness, and safety protocols.

Experience managing preventive maintenance programs and small-scale renovation projects.

Ability to manage departmental budgets, control costs, and forecast operational needs.

Effective verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Familiarity with maintenance management systems (e.g., CMMS), building automation systems, and energy management tools.

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

LEED, PMP, CPO, or trade-specific licenses

Experience leading large-scale capital improvement projects.

Understanding and proven success with labor relations.

Knowledge of energy conservation strategies and green building practices.

Ability to analyze financial data and contribute to long-term reserve planning.

When you join Hilton Grand Vacations, you join a group of Team Members dedicated to helping Owners and Guests around the world make every vacation they take a memorable one. Hilton Grand Vacations is a leading vacation ownership company bringing our Guests vacation dreams to life.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.