Engineering Manager, Hotel Metro

Hotel Metro, 411 E Mason Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM

At Hotel Metro, Autograph Collection, we redefine boutique luxury in downtown Milwaukee, blending historic charm with modern sophistication. Our modern Art Deco-inspired hotel features 63 stylish guest rooms, an inviting rooftop lounge, and a commitment to exceptional service and attention to detail. Curators at Hotel Metro thrive in an elegant, guest-focused environment, where hospitality meets personalized, memorable experiences.

• Facilitates the daily maintenance operation throughout the properties managed by the Company.
• Conducts regular walk-throughs and visually assesses the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel, restaurants, and all banquet/private dining spaces including all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment.
• Monitors properties throughout the year through detailed property walks/checklists to ensure budgeted and emergency capital needs are met.
• Informs the General Manager and Company department heads on a regular basis regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structures, related systems and equipment, offering prudent, cost effective proposals for maintaining these systems or improving safety.
• Develops and oversees the preventative maintenance process and manages the repair work order process. Ensures all work orders are processed in an efficient, priority-oriented manner.
• Implements and manages procedures and practices that ensure quality assurance for work performed by Company maintenance teams, as well as outside vendors.
• Serves as a Project Manager of all major projects, including routine maintenance, repairs, replacements, renovations and capital improvement projects. Ensures all projects are completed on time and according to specifications. Reports on progress on a regular basis to Senior Leadership of the Company.
• Ensures that there is an adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools and materials available through effective ordering. Orders supplies in accordance with prepared budget.
• Advise General Manager and President on new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations.
• Serves on the Company Safety Committee. Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner. Be aware of hazardous areas. Works to ensure the safety of our guests and associates. Strictly enforces safety procedures.
• Assists with bidding out projects to multiple vendors and getting competitive quotes.
• Implements Company guidelines on preservation of historic structures and assets.
• Provides training to property leadership in all areas related to engineering.
• Manages maintenance staff while maintaining the integrity of facilities and systems.
• Additional duties on request by the General Manager. On occasion, may be asked to perform functions of a higher or lower skill.

• Ability to communicate and cooperate positively with peers and supervisor.
• Ability to keep accurate accounts of all parts and equipment orders.
• Strong project management skills/ability to create processes/keep deadlines.
• Ability to read and translate blueprints, electrical diagrams and schedules.
• Knowledge of codes and specifications. Ability to research and learn regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of general work safety practices.
• Knowledge in operation of power tools and maintenance equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Able to remain mobile, walk and stand during entire shift. Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Able to work the majority of a shift outdoors in all weather as the business dictates.
• Able to use a computer and sit for extended periods of time.
• Continually reaches, bends, lifts, carries, stoops and wipes during entire shift.
• Able to work a varied schedule including holidays, weekends and nights as the Business dictates.

Hotel Metro, 411 E Mason Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America