JUAN GARCIA
chief engineer
Montgomery Village,USA
Summary
Results-oriented engineering leader with extensive experience at Highgate Hotels, specializing in project management and team leadership. Proven expertise in budget preparation and regulatory compliance, driving efficiency improvements while fostering a collaborative work environment. Exceptional troubleshooting skills and vendor coordination enable consistent, on-time project delivery within budget, enhancing operational excellence. Dedicated Chief Engineer committed to elevating client asset value through effective team management and strategic decision-making.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Engineer
PM Hotel Group
Rockville, USA
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided training as needed on proper usage of tools, software applications.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems encountered by staff during project execution.
- Managed a team of engineers in the design, development, testing, installation and maintenance of complex mechanical systems.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics for accuracy prior to implementation.
- Identified potential risks associated with engineering projects and created mitigation plans.
- Provided leadership and guidance to junior engineers on day-to-day tasks.
- Participated in cross-functional meetings to discuss issues related to engineering operations.
- Coordinated with vendors to acquire necessary parts for engineering projects.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive engineering plans to ensure successful project completion.
- Performed regular inspections of equipment to identify areas of improvement or repair needs.
- Evaluated current processes and developed actionable plans for improvement.
- Developed quality assurance procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained records of engineering activities including materials used, labor costs.
- Analyzed system functions, budgets and objectives in order to determine needed changes.
- Coordinated activities with suppliers, contractors or other departments.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
- Prepared estimates and budgets.
- Completed regulatory documents concerning safety issues.
Director of Engineering
Highgate Hotels
Maryland, USA
05.2020 - 10.2023
- Reviewed designs from vendors for accuracy, completeness, quality, cost effectiveness, manufacturability, reliability.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Identified areas of improvement and led initiatives to increase efficiency.
- Collaborated with other departments to implement new technologies and systems.
- Provided technical support for existing products and services as needed.
- Prepared budgets for engineering projects based on estimated labor costs and materials usage.
- Worked closely with marketing teams to identify customer needs and develop solutions that meet those needs.
- Managed a team of engineers, providing guidance, training, coaching and feedback.
- Interfaced with upper-level management regarding project status updates and future plans.
- Evaluated vendor proposals and negotiated contracts for equipment purchases and services rendered.
- Identified facility deficiencies, incorporating repair actions into maintenance procedures schedule.
- Meticulously kept records of building rounds, engineering logs and data sheets.
- Administered hands-on instruction in basic maintenance, safety and troubleshooting procedures.
- Supervised engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
Chief Engineer
Plamondon Hospitality Partners
Maryland, USA
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided training as needed on proper usage of tools, software applications.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems encountered by staff during project execution.
- Managed a team of engineers in the design, development, testing, installation and maintenance of complex mechanical systems.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop strategies for product improvements.
- Provided leadership and guidance to junior engineers on day-to-day tasks.
- Coordinated with vendors to acquire necessary parts for engineering projects.
- Performed regular inspections of equipment to identify areas of improvement or repair needs.
- Maintained records of engineering activities including materials used, labor costs.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times during engineering operations.
- Supervised engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
- Fulfilled orders by successfully planning, budgeting, and coordinating projects.
- Communicated with clients and coworkers about analysis results.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
- Prepared estimates and budgets.
- Completed regulatory documents concerning safety issues.
Education
Associate - Thecnology
Popac
Ponce P.R.11.2011
Skills
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Blueprint review
- Staff training
- Budget preparation
- Technical support
- Team leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Vendor coordination
- Customer feedback analysis
- Equipment monitoring
- Maintenance programs
- Hardware development
- Software development
- Resource development
- Budget creation
- Safety management
- Operations management
- Energy management
- Maintenance procedures
- HVAC
- Safety meetings
- Mechanical and structural engineering
- Maintenance planning
- Team direction
- Facilities budgeting & control
- Equipment operation
- Troubleshooting
- Recruiting
- Facility management
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- EPA Certification
- begginer Refrigeration Certification
- cpo
- food protection manager
- alcohol server
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Chief Engineer
PM Hotel Group
04.2024 - 04.2025
Chief Engineer
Plamondon Hospitality Partners
10.2020 - 06.2021
Director of Engineering
Highgate Hotels
05.2020 - 10.2023
Associate - Thecnology
Popac
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