Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager - Municipal Grand hotel (opening May 2025)

Management Company: Midnight Auteur

Sector: Luxury Independent Hotel

Property Description: 44-rooms, a restaurant, two bars a pool and delicious cocktails from the founders of Death & Co and The Ramble Hotel

Reports to: Director of Rooms

About Midnight Auteur

Midnight Auteur was born from the successful partnership between The Ramble Hotel in Denver and Death & Co, which began almost six years ago when the storied bar opened its second location in the lobby of The Ramble Hotel. With a shared intention among founders to build and operate hotels that immerse guests fully and seamlessly between social spaces and retreat - offering a setting fit for both celebration and sanctuary - our new hospitality company was created. The cocktail anchored experience at The Ramble Hotel, one in which the lobby is interchangeable with the bar, resulted in numerous accolades and awards, including Esquire's Best Bars in America in 2019, North America's 50 Best Bars in 2022 and noted by Condé Nast Traveler as 'the hotel for people who are sick of other hotels.'

As a company we hold a deep, and slightly obsessive, reverence for the all-day lobby bar, which is really the foundation of Midnight Auteur. We love the idea of immersing our team and our guests in a vibrant, celebratory experience that only a hotel lobby bar can appropriately capture. The community created and hospitality shared over a coffee or cocktail is something we're passionate about, while remaining equally committed to providing a luxury respite for our hotel guests.

Altogether, the Midnight Auteur team is passionate about actively evolving hotel, cocktail and culinary culture, being a progressive and forward-thinking operator, and making a positive impact on its communities. We look forward to hearing from you

Cheers

Our Purpose

We create meaningful experiences and connect people through modern classic hotels, anchored by vibrant bars and restaurants.

Our Niche

We operate luxury, independent hotels. We aim to attract guests (and employees) who appreciate great design, food and drink - hosted within a vibrant environment, rich with local culture and accompanied by warm hospitality.

The Role

The Engineering Manager plays a pivotal role in driving technical excellence, team collaboration, and innovative solutions to ensure the successful execution of projects and the overall performance of the engineering team. This position is responsible for leading a team of engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement, while aligning with the organization's strategic goals and vision.

As a vital member of the Engineering Department, the Engineering Manager is expected to embody Municipal Grand's core values by demonstrating strong leadership, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality results. This role requires technical expertise, exceptional communication and organizational skills, and the ability to mentor and inspire team members to achieve their full potential.

The Engineering Manager actively participates in project planning, resource allocation, and problem-solving, ensuring the timely delivery of projects that meet or exceed quality standards. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and leadership, this role contributes to creating impactful and innovative engineering solutions that drive success for the organization.

What You Will Do

• Manage and coordinate all maintenance, repair, and facility operations to ensure a well-maintained and safe environment.
• Respond to work orders and guest/staff requests in a timely manner.
• Lead a small but efficient engineering team, providing hands-on support and guidance.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems - and coordinate with third party vendors if unable to solve on-site.
• Oversee and assist with IT and network-related maintenance (experience in IT is a huge plus, but not required).
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to avoid costly repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and building regulations.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and budgeting for maintenance supplies.
• Collaborate with all hotel departments to ensure seamless operations.

• Curiosity - We learn and improve through active observation.
• A.B.K - We anticipate, prepare and execute with intention.
• Communication - We remove barriers through purposeful communication.
• Thoughtful - We engage with purpose and care.
• Connection - We build relationships and host with intuition, empathy and transparency.

• You have been a previous Engineering Manager and or Maintenance Manager in an upper-upscale or luxury hotel for a minimum of three (3) years.
• Bachelor's degree: or related relevant years of experience is required.
• Proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication. Secondary language is great but not required.
• Technological literacy is a plus.

• Leader of People: The Engineering Manager title implies a certain standing and status, but this rank must be earned daily. Inspires and earns respect through actions, not through a job title - both with team members and guests.
• A Strong Project Manager: Able to decisively prioritize, manage and execute a multitude of short-term tasks and long-term projects, daily and with speed. A good decision today is better than a perfect decision tomorrow.
• Hospitable: Has a passion for hospitality (both inside and outside of the hotel) - which is the "the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers."
• Strong interpersonal skills: Able to develop rapport and find common ground with team members across all departments.

• 50% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Coverage
• Ample Paid-Time-Off
• Eligible to participate in the company 401k program. The company does not currently match contributions.