We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to lead the maintenance, operational projects, and capital improvements for our properties in Miami Beach. This hands-on role is responsible for overseeing the upkeep, functionality, and safety of hotel facilities while managing vendor relationships, budgets, and city permitting/licensing processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality facilities management, with in-depth knowledge of Miami Beach municipal codes, building operations, and licensing procedures.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage and coordinate daily facilities operations, including preventive maintenance, repairs, and emergency response.

  • Plan, supervise, and execute property improvement projects, renovations, and operational initiatives.

  • Serve as the primary liaison between ownership, hotel operations, contractors, vendors, and city officials.

  • Obtain, maintain, and renew all required city, county, and state licenses and permits, ensuring full compliance with local regulations and ordinances.

  • Develop and manage maintenance and capital project budgets, timelines, and vendor contracts.

  • Oversee RFP processes, vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance management.

  • Monitor facilities systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and elevators, ensuring operational reliability and guest safety.

  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and quality assurance checks to maintain property standards.

  • Stay up to date with Miami Beach permitting requirements, construction codes, and hospitality safety regulations.

  • Collaborate with hotel leadership and department heads to support operational needs, guest experience considerations, and planned property improvements.

  • Provide regular reports on facilities operations, project status, risk assessments, and financial performance.

  • Lead and mentor on-site engineering/maintenance teams as applicable.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.


Requirements:
  • Minimum 5 years of facilities management or engineering management experience in hospitality, commercial property, or real estate operations.

  • Proven experience managing City of Miami Beach permitting, inspections, and licensing processes.

  • Strong vendor and contractor management, negotiation, and project oversight skills.

  • Excellent organizational, budgeting, and scheduling abilities.

  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal safety, ADA, and hospitality compliance regulations.

  • Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.

  • PMP certification, EPA Universal, or Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) designation a plus.

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

This is a management position
This is a full time position

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