William Barrios
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Director of Engineering experienced in project management, team leadership, and vendor negotiation. Delivered successful outcomes in new facilities and luxury boutique hotels through strategic oversight and collaboration. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and driving innovation within hospitality environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Engineering
The Pierside Hotel
Santa Monica
05.2023 - Current
- Led engineering teams in developing innovative solutions for hotel operations.
- Implemented best practices for maintenance and safety standards, enhancing compliance and operational reliability.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure quality service delivery and compliance standards.
- Conducted regular assessments of engineering systems, identifying opportunities for efficiency and performance enhancements.
- Evaluated vendor proposals and negotiated contracts, securing favorable terms for equipment purchases and services.
City of Lancaster
Senior Facilities Assistant
Lancaster, California
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Worked with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve issues related to products and services.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives and ensure deadlines were met.
- Supported colleagues by providing guidance that fostered a collaborative work environment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Chief Executive Officer
Gravity HVAC
Arleta
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Directed company strategy, resulting in improved operational efficiency and strengthened market positioning.
- Oversaw financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure strategic alignment and fiscal responsibility.
- Led organization by establishing business direction and actualizing operational plans to meet goals.
- Negotiated and approved contracts between company and distributors, suppliers and other external entities.
- Facilitated communication among board members, executives, staff, and stakeholders to foster collaboration and informed decision-making.
Area Director of Engineering
Avalon Beverly Hills & Avalon Palm Springs
Beverly Hills, California
11.2016 - 03.2020
- Oversaw daily operations for luxury hospitality locations in Beverly Hills and Palm Springs.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency and elevated guest satisfaction.
- Led financial planning processes, overseeing budgeting and forecasting across multiple locations to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align operational strategies with corporate goals.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth execution of projects within the area.
- Cultivated strong leadership team by identifying and developing new supervisors from within, fostering a culture of motivation and success.
Regional Director of Engineering
Proper Hotels
United States
10.2013 - 11.2016
- Led regional operations for hospitality properties in upscale markets.
- Managed budgets and financial performance for multiple hotel locations.
- Oversaw staff recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives.
- Analyzed team performance on weekly basis through review of in-depth reports.
- Cultivated high-performing teams through implementation of an inclusive work culture that emphasized individual and team development.
- Coordinated cross-departmental activities with Human Resources, IT, and Logistics to align regional operations with company-wide initiatives.
- Organized and oversaw capital improvement projects to enhance business viability and property standards.
- Worked within company expense budgets and to ensure compliance with company procedures.
Engineering Manager
Palisociety Hotels
Los Angeles, California
06.2005 - 09.2013
- Led engineering teams to develop innovative hotel systems and infrastructure.
- Managed project timelines and resources for engineering initiatives, ensuring alignment with property needs.
- Implemented maintenance programs that enhanced operational efficiency of hotel facilities.
- Coordinated vendor procurement for engineering supplies and services, optimizing resource availability.
- Maintained comprehensive records of engineering activities, including test results, design specifications, changes made during development process.
- Managed a team of 10 engineers, delegating tasks and monitoring progress to ensure quality control standards.
- Oversaw maintenance and continuous operation of building systems, including mechanical (HVAC), electrical and safety.
Engineering Supervisor
ABM Industries
Los Angeles, California
01.2002 - 04.2005
- Supervised engineering teams, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that engineering projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for equipment and machinery, optimizing operational performance.
- Scheduled regular maintenance checks for engineering department machines, minimizing downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs promptly.
Education
ESL -
Evans Adult Community School
Los Angeles, CA05-2001
Master of Industrial Engineering -
EAFIT University
Medellin, Colombia10-1998
Master of Civil Engineering -
San Carlos University
Guatemala City11-1994
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Elim College
Guatemala10-1990
Skills
- Engineering leadership
- Project management
- Project scheduling
- Risk management
- Vendor negotiation
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Budgeting support
- Operational efficiency
- Regulatory compliance
- Technical oversight
- Architecture
- Maintenance processes
- Team leadership
- Team structure management
- Industry trend analysis
Timeline
Director of Engineering
The Pierside Hotel
05.2023 - Current
City of Lancaster
Senior Facilities Assistant
03.2021 - 05.2023
Chief Executive Officer
Gravity HVAC
02.2020 - 03.2021
Area Director of Engineering
Avalon Beverly Hills & Avalon Palm Springs
11.2016 - 03.2020
Regional Director of Engineering
Proper Hotels
10.2013 - 11.2016
Engineering Manager
Palisociety Hotels
06.2005 - 09.2013
Engineering Supervisor
ABM Industries
01.2002 - 04.2005
ESL -
Evans Adult Community School
Master of Industrial Engineering -
EAFIT University
Master of Civil Engineering -
San Carlos University
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Elim College