Richard A. Rice
Avon,CO
Summary
My goal is to secure a position where I can perform at my highest level and apply my current experiences and passion while continuing to grow in my field; therefore, my objective is to secure a position and become part of your team as the Director of Engineering with Harwood Hospitality. My wife and I are wanting to relocate back to the Dallas area to be closer to family.
Summary of Qualifications: With over 12 years of experience in various supervisory, managerial, and leadership positions in maintenance, engineering, and construction, including overseeing and managing multiple hotel and resort renovations, also; HVAC, including chillers and Building Automation System replacement, as well as working with customers and/or guests. My major strengths include strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skills; able to multitask and prioritize, able to negotiate to completion with vendors, suppliers and contractors, competent, strong team builder, attention to detail, dutiful respect for compliance in all regulated environments, as well as supervisory and managerial skills including recruiting, training, coaching, scheduling, budgeting, meeting deadlines and other administrative tasks. Knowledgeable in various brands, sharp, quick learner. Extensive computer knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator CS5 on PC and other programs on MAC including the previously listed, as well as various hotel software such as, HotSOS, PM Works, Quore, MarketBasket, FOSSE, MarrPay, Maestro, IQ Ware, OnQ, NightVision, SynXis, LightSpeed, MESH, and Transcendent.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Engineering, LP & Shipping
The Hythe Vail Marriott Luxury Collection
Vail, CO
03.2022 - Current
- Direct and oversee the functionality and safety of the facility, including, but not limited to physical buildings, mechanical equipment, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, life safety systems, and grounds according to federal, state, and local regulations
- Initiate and oversee 2022 CAPEX items which totals 1 million plus, to include new boilers on the East Wing, 2 New 185- ton chillers, new softener system for the West Wing, East Wing roof replace, etc
- Review third party mechanical inspection reports to assess the needs of the property for repairs and replacement items going into next years CAPEX program as well as current
- Conduct facility inspections and initiate repairs as necessary as required by company standards
- Assign, verify, and document completion of all routine maintenance and repairs in the property maintenance management system via Transcendent
- Direct, oversee, and maintain required documentation for energy management, conservation, and preventive maintenance programs via the MESH program
- Lead, manage, and communicate information about capital projects, property rehabilitations, including but not limited to, scheduling, budgeting, and complying with contractor bidding standards
- Participated in weekly Executive Committee meetings to discuss overall resort projects and upcoming events as well as weekly Forecast meetings to discuss departmental budgets
- Obtain required licenses and permits to ensure full compliance with codes, regulations, and safety standards
- Direct daily department operations including but not limited to, guest service standards and initiatives, product quality, inventory management and cost controls, systems use and management, budgeting, and forecasting, adherence to federal, state, and local standards, and meeting participation and facilitation
- Monitor and develop team member performance including but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, conducting counseling and evaluations, and delivering recognitions and awards
- Recruit, interview, and train team members
- Ensure all key duties and responsibilities are being met by the LP manager and staff.
Director of Engineering
Aimbridge Hospitality/ Interstate Hotels
Denver, CO
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Direct and oversee the functionality and safety of the facility, including, but not limited to physical buildings, mechanical equipment, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, life safety systems, and grounds according to federal, state, and local regulations
- Conduct facility inspections and initiate repairs as necessary as required by company standards
- Assign, verify, and document completion of all routine maintenance and repairs in the property maintenance management system
- Direct, oversee, and maintain required documentation for energy management, conservation, and preventive maintenance programs
- Lead, manage, and communicate information about capital projects, property rehabilitations, including but not limited to, scheduling, budgeting, and complying with contractor bidding standards.
Director of Engineering
LaQuinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham
San Antonio, TX
10.2017 - 10.2019
- This is not your typical LaQuinta that you may be familiar with
- This property is the first LaQuinta built
- This is the flagship property
- Addition was added in 2004 to turn this property into a 14 story, 347 room Inn and Suites with full-service bar and food, 8,500 sq ft of meeting and banquet space, with in-house F&B
- Direct and oversee the functionality and safety of the facility, including, but not limited to physical buildings, mechanical equipment, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, life safety systems, and grounds according to federal, state, and local regulations
- Conduct Facility Inspections
- Assign, verify, and document completion of all routine maintenance and repairs in the property maintenance management system
- Direct, oversee, and maintain required documentation for energy management, conservation, and preventive maintenance programs
- Lead, manage, and communicate information about capital projects, property rehabilitations, including but not limited to, scheduling, budgeting, and complying with contractor bidding standards
- Project manage various renovation projects, including multi-million-dollar HVAC/ Chiller/ Building Automation upgrade
- Obtain required licenses and permits to ensure full compliance with codes, regulations, and safety standards
- Direct daily department operations including but not limited to, guest service standards and initiatives, product quality, inventory management and cost controls, systems use and management, budgeting and forecasting, adherence to federal, state, and local standards, and meeting participation and facilitation
- Monitor and develop team member performance including but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, conducting counseling and evaluations, and delivering recognitions and awards
- Recruit, interview, and train team members.
Founder/ CEO/ Author
Atlanta, Ga
09.2011 - 10.2017
Director of Engineering
Avista Resort
North Myrtle Beach, SC
11.2013 - 06.2014
- Oversee daily operations of the maintenance department to include renovations of resort facilities & guest units
- Complied with all fire and safety procedures to ensure all requirements were met
- Performed work orders and maintained resort facilities
- Conducted daily walk-through of units and inspection of resort's physical structure including, but not limited to, all mechanical and electrical systems
- Assisted with maintaining costs and meeting project deadlines
- Maintained an efficient and productive staff
- Provided safety and security guidelines to team members
- Supervised, coached, and trained team members
- Set standards for the department by following all company policies and procedures
- Recommended procedural changes to make department run more smoothly
- Managed and controlled inventory costs for materials, equipment, and supplies within established budget
- Provided superior customer service in accordance with company operating standards
- Consistently practiced and maintained the highest standards of professionalism when interacting with fellow team members, management, owners, members, and prospects.
Leadership Trainer/ Coach/ Speaker
Connection Leadership
Atlanta, Ga
02.2010 - 04.2013
Dual Director of Engineering
Courtyard by Marriott Cumberland
Marietta, Ga
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Assist Senior Project Director from the ownership group with project managing on property renovations from start to finish
- Obtain required licenses and permits to ensure full compliance with codes, regulations, and safety standards
- Direct daily department operations including but not limited to, guest service standards and initiatives, product quality, inventory management and cost controls, systems use and management, budgeting and forecasting, adherence to federal, state, and local standards, and meeting participation and facilitation
- Monitor and develop team member performance including but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, conducting counseling and evaluations, and delivering recognitions and awards
- Recruit, interview, and train team members., Supervised, developed and maintained ongoing maintenance operation for hotel, including refrigeration, plumbing, preventive maintenance, hotel rooms, door locks, A/C units, Chiller system, ice machines, pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, switch rooms, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc
- Ensured projects are completed according to specifications and on time by studying work schedules and estimating worker-hour requirements for completion
- Established or adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules
- Worked closely with Housekeeper and Front Desk Manager to ensure coordination of activities
- Assisted and instructed contractors in scheduling work, ordering material and completing assignments per deadlines
- Assisted Corporate Project Manager in meeting with construction supervisors to discuss different phases of work during new phase renovations at both properties
- Performed work within departmental expense plans
- Analyzed and resolved work problems or assisted workers in solving problems
- Initiated or suggested plans to motivate workers
- Recommended or initiated personnel actions, such as training, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures
- Interpreted specifications, job orders, and company policies to workers and enforced safety regulations
- Established or adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules, recommended measures to improve production.
Dual Director of Engineering
Courtyard By Marriott Georgia Tech
Atlanta, Ga
08.2008 - 12.2010
- Assist Senior Project Director from the ownership group with project managing on property renovations from start to finish
- Obtain required licenses and permits to ensure full compliance with codes, regulations, and safety standards
- Direct daily department operations including but not limited to, guest service standards and initiatives, product quality, inventory management and cost controls, systems use and management, budgeting and forecasting, adherence to federal, state, and local standards, and meeting participation and facilitation
- Monitor and develop team member performance including but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, conducting counseling and evaluations, and delivering recognitions and awards
- Recruit, interview, and train team members., Supervised, developed and maintained ongoing maintenance operation for hotel, including refrigeration, plumbing, preventive maintenance, hotel rooms, door locks, A/C units, Chiller system, ice machines, pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, switch rooms, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc
- Ensured projects are completed according to specifications and on time by studying work schedules and estimating worker-hour requirements for completion
- Established or adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules
- Worked closely with Housekeeper and Front Desk Manager to ensure coordination of activities
- Assisted and instructed contractors in scheduling work, ordering material and completing assignments per deadlines
- Assisted Corporate Project Manager in meeting with construction supervisors to discuss different phases of work during new phase renovations at both properties
- Performed work within departmental expense plans
- Analyzed and resolved work problems or assisted workers in solving problems
- Initiated or suggested plans to motivate workers
- Recommended or initiated personnel actions, such as training, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures
- Interpreted specifications, job orders, and company policies to workers and enforced safety regulations
- Established or adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules, recommended measures to improve production.
Chief Engineer
Hampton Inn North Druid Hills
Atlanta, Ga
01.2007 - 07.2008
Regional Facilities Engineer
Suite One Hotels
Norcross, Ga
04.2006 - 06.2006
Chief Engineer
Comfort Inn Suites
Atlanta, Ga
12.2005 - 03.2006
Owner
Concepts Home Repairs
Lawrenceville, Ga
12.2004 - 12.2005
Maintenance Supervisor/ Interim Operations Manager
Studio 6 Hotels
Atlanta, Ga
07.2004 - 12.2004
Courtesy Officer/Assistant General Manager
White Columns Inn
Marietta, Ga
07.2002 - 07.2004
Ammunition Specialist
US ARMY
Panama City
02.1990 - 02.1994
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Systems
University of Panama Canal College
Panama City, PanamaSkills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Administrative
- Budget Management
- Project Management
- Renovations
Certification
- John Maxwell Leadership Coach, Trainer, and Speaker
- Breakthrough Leadership, Franklin Covey
- Driving Workplace Happiness, Catherine Mattice
- Creating a Positive and Healthy Work Environment, Catherine Mattice
- Teaching Civility in the Workplace, Catherine Mattice
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Engineering, LP & Shipping
The Hythe Vail Marriott Luxury Collection
03.2022 - Current
Director of Engineering
Aimbridge Hospitality/ Interstate Hotels
11.2019 - 03.2022
Director of Engineering
LaQuinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham
10.2017 - 10.2019
Director of Engineering
Avista Resort
11.2013 - 06.2014
Founder/ CEO/ Author
09.2011 - 10.2017
Leadership Trainer/ Coach/ Speaker
Connection Leadership
02.2010 - 04.2013
Dual Director of Engineering
Courtyard by Marriott Cumberland
01.2009 - 12.2010
Dual Director of Engineering
Courtyard By Marriott Georgia Tech
08.2008 - 12.2010
Chief Engineer
Hampton Inn North Druid Hills
01.2007 - 07.2008
Regional Facilities Engineer
Suite One Hotels
04.2006 - 06.2006
Chief Engineer
Comfort Inn Suites
12.2005 - 03.2006
Owner
Concepts Home Repairs
12.2004 - 12.2005
Maintenance Supervisor/ Interim Operations Manager
Studio 6 Hotels
07.2004 - 12.2004
Courtesy Officer/Assistant General Manager
White Columns Inn
07.2002 - 07.2004
Ammunition Specialist
US ARMY
02.1990 - 02.1994
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Systems
University of Panama Canal College
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