Overview:
Company Overview
At CoralTree, we serve from the heart – always and in all ways. Whether that’s serving our owners, our team members or our guests, we strive to make a meaningful difference in every interaction. We believe that genuine connection is at the heart of what people value most, so it’s our commitment to bring humanity to everything we do. Ideas are easy. Results are hard. That’s why we create value in every experience – empowering teams, innovating meaningful programming and driving creativity you can measure. It’s about reimagining at the property level – where signature moments take root, where iconic brands are born and where real impact is a result of the experience – and experiences – we deliver. Our team members are the soul of our company, and they embody our company values:
Integrity – Empowerment – Relationships – Performance – Innovation – Balanced Life
Job Summary
The Director of Engineering leads a large team responsible for the maintenance and care of a diverse portfolio of residential properties. This role oversees the daily operations of the maintenance department and ensures the overall appearance, functionality, and safety of the Vail vacation rental residences. The Director of Engineering must be able to work independently and collaboratively while managing responsibilities that include maintaining building exteriors, parking areas, and common spaces; servicing equipment within guest residences; conducting monthly safety inspections; training staff on safety and emergency procedures; and coordinating with external vendors. As a key contributor to the resort’s 24/7 operations, this position requires availability for emergency response and collaboration with corporate maintenance teams on renovation projects and capital improvements. The role demands broad maintenance expertise, strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and well-rounded knowledge in areas such as grounds and pool/spa maintenance, elevator systems, painting, HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and equipment and tool operation.
Responsibilities:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Review contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
- Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects.
- Purchase supplies, tools and equipment for use in the department and by the engineering team, in compliance with CTRC Vail’s purchasing program guidelines.
- Command all aspects of department scheduling, work order accounting processes, staff payroll and benefits administration
- Partner and collaborate with the property managers and their respective operations team members throughout the Vail collection
- Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
- Develop and implement quality control programs
- Work with real estate owners and their HOA’s to determine property project and improvement needs, develop budgets for these projects, and focus on completing projects on-time and on-budget
- Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations
- Capable of working with building code officials, planning/zoning officials and community design committees when required
- Experience in managing utility systems
- Assume leadership role in the education of supervisory staff in engineering management.
- Attend departmental meetings to keep appraised of other operations and to provide outside input to enhance the department’s operation.
- Assimilate into the culture through understanding, supporting and participating in all elements of service standards. Demonstrate working knowledge of the service standards.
- Coach and counsel employees to reflect CTRC Vail service standards and procedures.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job.
- Knowledge of departmental and hotel/condo/residence/resort operations
- Knowledge of computers and training techniques
- Ability to read, write, and speak the English language to communicate effectively
- Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating situations and in making sound decisions
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, blueprints, systems diagrams
- Leadership and organizational skills (team orientation, flexible, adaptable)
- Knowledge of various computer programs, such as Word and Excel
- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
- Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
- Prior equipment specifying and purchasing experience preferred
- Experience with work order, purchases order, invoicing and procurement technologies, preferred
Education
- High School graduate or equivalent required 4-year college degree preferred
Experience
- At least 3 years’ experience in condo/residence operations preferred
- At least 5 years’ experience in direct supervision and management preferred
Experience
- At least 3 years’ experience in condo/residence operations preferred
- At least 5 years’ experience in direct supervision and management preferred
Working Enviroment & Physical Demands
- The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to walk, stand, and sit. The team member is occasionally required to climb and use balance. Additionally, the team member will frequently be asked to use body, hands and arms to reach, carry, lift, push and pull a minimum of 40 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
- The work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the team member will experience temperature fluctuations, and moderate to high noise levels.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team member assigned to this position. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of team member so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $80,000-$95,000/annually, based on experience.
As a valued member of the CoralTree team, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health insurance – two plans available including a Health Savings Account eligible plan.
- Dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Room discounts for all team members, as well as for their friends and family immediately upon hire.
- Full-time employees are entitled to 5 complimentary nights per year after 6 months of employment.
- Paid time off and paid sick leave.
- Eligible employees, 18 and older can register for a 401(k) with Fidelity after just 3 months of employment, with a company match. Helping you invest in your future!
This position will be posted until July 1st, 2026, unless filled sooner.
