Job Description

Director of Engineering | The SOMM Hotel & Spa

The Director of Engineering is responsible for overseeing all aspects of property maintenance, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the hotel’s physical, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This position leads the engineering team in maintaining the building’s functionality, appearance, and safety standards while supporting sustainability initiatives and budgetary goals. The Director of Engineering ensures all preventive and corrective maintenance programs are executed effectively to uphold operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:
The Perks
*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Salary Range: $89,000 to $110,000 DOE
• Cellphone Allowance
• Incentive Eligible
• Commuter/Parking Allowance
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Our Commitment to you:
“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.
Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What Success Looks Like:
Your Impact
The Director of Engineering serves as the strategic custodian of the property’s physical asset, infrastructure, and technical operations. This leadership role demands a blend of technical expertise, fiscal responsibility, and team leadership to maintain the highest standards of luxury, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Direct engineering operations, ensuring the peak performance, regulatory compliance, and longevity of all critical property systems, including MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), HVAC, and advanced life-safety systems.
• Orchestrate the comprehensive maintenance and preservation of the hotel’s structural integrity, specialized equipment, and grounds, consistently meeting high aesthetic and functional standards on time and within budget.
• Architect and execute a rigorous preventive maintenance program designed to optimize building performance, mitigate operational risks, and eliminate unscheduled downtime.
• Drive environmental sustainability initiatives by rigorously analyzing utility consumption and implementing sophisticated energy, water, and waste-reduction strategies.
• Optimize capital expenditure and operational budgets through strategic vendor management, meticulous service contract negotiations, and seamless oversight of major capital improvement projects.
• Cultivate a high-performance engineering team through targeted mentorship, continuous technical training, and objective performance evaluations, fostering a culture of safety, precision, and professional growth.
• Maintain world-class operational environments, ensuring all maintenance facilities, workshops, and asset inventories are organized, secure, and fully accountable.
• Serve as the primary custodian of regulatory compliance, maintaining meticulous documentation for all inspections, repairs, and municipal safety requirements.
• Act as the critical first responder for operational emergencies, ensuring swift, decisive resolution of after-hours crises.
• Collaborate as a key member of the leadership team, partnering cross-functionally with executive stakeholders to deliver an uncompromised, seamless experience for guests and team members alike.
• Execute high-impact special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by the Hotel Manager.
What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, or related technical field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience considered.
• 10+ years of progressive maintenance or engineering experience, including supervisory or management experience in a hotel or resort.
• Marriott International experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, mechanical).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and schematics.
• Proficient in maintenance management systems, Transcendence, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Relevant certification and/or relevant trade licenses preferred.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written) in English.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Where you'll work:
In the new heart of Woodinville the beauty of the Pacific Northwest meets its newest destination, The SOMM Hotel and Spa. The SOMM is set to be the centerpiece of a 20-acre master-planned development in Woodinville, Washington.
The SOMM Hotel and Spa is a 164-room luxury hotel that will offer a blend of upscale accommodations and amenities. The project is part of Harvest, a town square-style development that will house nearly 100,000 square feet of restaurants, bars, wine-tasting rooms, and recreation. It also includes hundreds of apartments and townhouses, making it a comprehensive destination in its own right.
The hotel itself is designed to be a haven of comfort and indulgence. It features a signature restaurant, rooftop bar, 10,000 sq ft of meeting spaces, and a 5,661-square-foot spa. Additionally, there will be 9,000 square feet of retail space that will complement the hotel’s offerings. This retail section is expected to include wine-tasting rooms, restaurants, and other facilities.

The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. operating as Columbia Hospitality Service U.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect

Columbia Hospitality is an international management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.