Project Engineer at Hilton Worldwide

What will I be doing?

• As a Project Engineer, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing various projects within our hotel, from initiation to execution, ensuring their successful completion while adhering to engineering specifications and brand standards.
• The ideal candidate will possess excellent technical, organizational, and leadership skills, coupled with a keen attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality results.
• A Project Engineer will also be required to ensure work is done to code and provide assistance during emergencies.
• Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

Project Planning and Initiation:

• Collaborate with the hotel management team to define project goals, objectives, and deliverables.
• Conduct comprehensive project feasibility studies, including cost estimation, resource allocation, and risk assessment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to understand project requirements.
• Develop project schedules, Gantt charts, and detailed work breakdown structures.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather project requirements and ensure their alignment with hotel objectives.
• Create project charters, outlining project scope, objectives, and timelines.

Structural Design and Engineering:

• Utilize your expertise in structural design to assess and review engineering drawings, ensuring compliance with design codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Perform structural analysis and calculations to validate the integrity and safety of proposed designs.
• Collaborate with the engineering Team, contractors, and other stakeholders to provide technical guidance and insights during the design phase.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess existing structural conditions and identify potential challenges or risks.
• Provide recommendations for structural improvements or modifications to enhance safety, efficiency, and aesthetics.

Project Execution and Monitoring:

• Manage project activities throughout the entire project life cycle, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and brand standards.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and provide regular updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues, risks, and conflicts, including those related to structural design or construction.
• Implement effective project change control procedures, analyzing the impact of proposed changes on structural integrity and project outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and coordination.

Resource Management:

• Coordinate with internal and external teams to allocate resources effectively, considering the requirements of structural design and engineering.
• Identify resource gaps and develop strategies to address them.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources while maintaining high productivity levels.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to source materials and equipment required for project execution, ensuring compliance with structural design specifications.

Quality Assurance:

• Develop and implement quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet the hotel's brand standards and adhere to engineering requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and rectify any quality issues related to structural design or construction.
• Track and report project performance metrics, including cost, schedule, and quality indicators.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project outcomes and structural design practices.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including engineering drawings, project plans, progress reports, and change requests.
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders, providing insights into project performance, risks, and opportunities, with a specific focus on structural design aspects.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and brand standards related to structural design and engineering.
• Create final project reports, capturing lessons learned and best practices for future reference.

What are we looking for?

A Project Engineer serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, with a focus on structural design.
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer or similar role, preferably in the hospitality or construction industry.
• Strong project management skills, with proficiency in using project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar).
• Expertise in interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• In-depth knowledge of structural design principles, codes, regulations, and best modern practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external consultants.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) and structural design (e.g., SE, PE) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2-3 years work experience in similar role.

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

• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on their own
• Previous experience in a similar role