Job Description

Job Category: Business Development
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As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs, inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.
With 132 of our hotel rooms and the main restaurant & bar undergoing exciting renovation, each of our hotels continues to cultivate a distinctive style and ambiance, embracing every opportunity to offer our guests a personal and enriching experience. If you'd like to be part of a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we invite you to join InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residences as our Engineering Project Manager.
InterContinental Dubai Marina is a Five Star luxury hotel in the heart of Dubai Marina, featuring 328 rooms and residence suites, flexible event spaces, and a variety of restaurants & bars. With over 30 languages and countries represented by the staff, the hotel weaves together an international five-star presence.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead all hotel renovation projects including design reviews, scheduling, contractor and vendor management, quality control, and handover.
• Work closely with Housekeeping, Front Office, F&B, etc., to Communicate project timelines, status, and impacts to minimize guest disruption.
• Oversee all capital expenditure projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and according to quality and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, building codes, safety/fire/life safety standards, environmental requirements.
• Incorporate sustainability and energy efficiency practices wherever possible.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports on progress, budget vs actual spends, maintenance activities and risk assessments.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor workmanship, adherence to specifications, and timely resolution of technical issues or delays.
• Identify potential project risks and operational challenges early and develop a contingency plan to mitigate potential challenges to ensure minimal impact on hotel performance.
• Provide regular updates and clear communication with senior management, general manager, and owners to ensure alignment and informed decision-making.
• Mentor and motivate engineering team members, fostering a high-performance culture with focus on safety, quality, and guest experience excellence.
• Oversee post-renovation inspections, warranty follow-ups, and reviews to ensure all project deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
• Conduct risk assessments and create contingency plans to mitigate potential challenges.
• Use own knowledge and experience of industry best practice to review and manage project processes and policies, providing insightful recommendations that support senior management to improve processes and systems.
• Support testing, commissioning, and snagging completion.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Facilities Management or related.
• Project Management Diploma / PMP certification as an additional qualification.
• Minimum of 5-10 years' experience in engineering projects, maintenance operations in hospitality or similar.
• Proven track record of managing medium to large scale projects (renovation / CAPEX) successfully.
• In-depth knowledge of MEP systems, building services, and modern engineering solutions.
• Strong leadership skills; ability to manage teams, contractors, vendors, and Consultants.

What you can expect from us
We provide our team members with everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life - including impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the industry.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, promoting a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. We always welcome different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well - both inside and outside of work - and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.
So, join us and become part of our ever-growing global family. Apply today and embark on your next exciting career journey with us!
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: As the world's first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental? brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you'd like to embrace a world of opportunities, we'd like to welcome you to the world's most international luxury hotel brand.

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