Job Description

:Role PurposeUndertakes Engineering projects to include; design and documentation review, inspections and reporting to ensure high quality, safe designs consistent with the strategy of IHG brands and compliance with IHG standards.Key Accountabilities

• Works closely with the HL&G team in supporting the feasibility review of projects and preparation of reports for hotels considered for acquisition, management, or franchise into an IHG brand.

• Manage the process of reviewing projects to achieve IHG Engineering & Brand Safety standards compliances.

• Provides technical advice support to Hotel Owners & Operators throughout the project lifespan from inception through design, construction, fit-out, commissioning and handover to IHG operating teams.

• Provide Post opening support on key initiatives such as carbon reduction, Energy, Water & Waste conservation, and maintenance capital planning/execution.

• Work closely with Design & Engineering team members to understand IHG investment goals, brand strategies and standards for each hotel project throughout hotel life cycle.

• Supports the Property Improvement Plan (PIP) for new or renewal properties, including on-site evaluations and execution of PIP plans. Ensures Engineering & Fire, Life, Safety standards are implemented and maintained at all properties to protect integrity of the brands.

Key Skills & ExperiencesRequired Skills -

• Flexible interpersonal style; effective communication and management skills; strong influencing skills; experience in a multi-national environment and ability to deal with different cultural issues and competing requirements.
• Computer skill of using MS Office and other general computer knowledge is desired and AutoCAD would be considered most advantageous.

Qualifications -

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering with emphasis in built environment, building services, marine, mechanical, and electrical engineering.

Experience -

• Minimum 8 years related experience, including at least 6 years in related building services role for hotel or commercial properties.

• Preferred to be Fire-safety certified, Green Manager certified and/or Energy efficiency management.

• Experience in hospitality consultancy and/or hotel operation will be an added advantage.

• Strong technical and problem-solving skill.

• Ability to read and analyze technical documentation with extensive knowledge on Fire Life Safety, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing design for hotels and resorts.

• A self-motivated individual with excellent influencing skills and interpersonal style.

• An effective communicator with good project management skills, experience in a multi-national environment and ability to deal with different cultural issues sensitively.

• Good written communication skills.

• Ability to converse in local language and English will be an added advantage.

About Us: At IHG, we've made a promise. As one of the world's leading hotel groups, we're here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected - wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?About the Team:Who we areAt IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You'll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you. With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there's Room for You at IHG.Over recent years, we've transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love.We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That's why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance - working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that's why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate.We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference.Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

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