Chief Engineer

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Company Overview

The Quorum is a contemporary work and social private members' club, rooted in culture and community, purpose-built for the global citizen. With locations in Gurgaon, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, The Quorum offers a diverse collective of like-minded individuals opportunities to connect and discover through authentic experiences.

Role Summary

The Chief Engineer is an independent contributor responsible for setting engineering standards across all Quorum properties and ensuring compliance with statutory, safety, and operational requirements. The role involves developing and implementing engineering policies, procedures, and SOPs that support preventive maintenance, utilities management, and sustainability initiatives, while providing guidance to property-level teams.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & SOP Development

• Create, standardize, and update engineering policies, procedures, and SOPs for all properties.
• Ensure uniform compliance and adoption at the unit level through regular reviews and audits.

Preventive Maintenance & Utilities

• Oversee preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire safety, elevators, and water treatment systems.
• Monitor performance of utilities (energy, water, diesel, gas) to ensure operational efficiency and uninterrupted guest/member experiences.
• Guide unit teams on small-scale maintenance renovations and repairs.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure adherence to statutory requirements including:

• Fire safety audits & NOCs
• Electrical inspector approvals
• Pollution control board compliance
• Energy audits and related statutory submissions
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and liaison with authorities as needed.

Operational Support

• Conduct monthly visits to Mumbai and Gurgaon properties to review engineering operations and compliance.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting guidance and technical support to property-level engineering teams.
• Recommend corrective measures for recurring issues and track closure.

Vendor Management & Cost Optimization

• Identify and manage vendors for equipment maintenance, utilities, and statutory compliances.
• Negotiate service contracts and AMC agreements for cost efficiency.
• Drive initiatives in energy conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering.
• 12–15 years of experience in engineering within the

  luxury hospitality sector

  with exposure to multi-property operations.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, HVAC, DG operations, firefighting systems, and utility infrastructure.
• Familiarity with statutory compliances in a hotel setup (fire, pollution, electrical, energy).
• Proven track record in vendor management and cost control.
• Ability to draft, standardize, and implement SOPs across multiple properties.
• Willingness to travel monthly to Mumbai and Gurgaon.

Desired Attributes

• Detail-oriented and systematic, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Skilled in evaluating vendors and service providers to balance cost and quality.
• Commitment to sustainable practices and energy efficiency.