Proficient, accomplished Chief Engineer seeking to apply comprehensive skill sets, history of successful business efforts and years of experience to a rewarding new role.

  Skilled in construction, staff leadership, strategic planning, operations management, safety, reporting, inventory management, engineering, renovation and permitting.

  Highly accomplished in interpersonal communication, assessment of detailed criteria and preparation of comprehensive documentation.

  Adept at and experienced in collaborating with diverse personnel to successfully attain program targets.

  Skilled in providing superior customer service to ensure repeat business.

  Veteran of United States Coast Guard.

Chief Engineer, Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island 2014 - Present

       Authoritatively direct maintenance operations for this 133-room luxury hotel, serve as Safety Committee Leader & Diamond in the Rough Chairperson and ensure customer satisfaction & profitability.

       Prepare efficient work schedules, review & issue maintenance assignments, coordinate with contractors & trades, direct extensive room & bathroom renovations and manage replacement of obsolete boilers.

       Successfully brought boiler replacement in at 29% under budget, slashed energy expenses by 15% in 2017, completed $150,000 air-conditioning replacement in 2017 and supervised installation of new flatscreen TVs.

Director of Engineering, Il Lugano Hotel and Residence 2011 - 2014

       Proficiently managed staff of six Engineers conducting maintenance, upgrades & special projects for this Four Diamond complex encompassing 103 hotel rooms, 23 condos, restaurant and $880,000 annual budget.

       Successfully reduced guest complaints by 15% in 2012 & by 21% in 2013 through comprehensive assessment and resolution of persistent problems such as low water pressure & poor internet connectivity.

       Facilitated reduction of energy costs by 18% and supervised $750,000 in demolition & construction of new conference room, 2,500 square feet of outdoor event areas and renovation of pool & outdoor areas.

       Effectively managed relocation of fitness center to 6th floor, construction of observation deck over Intracoastal Waterway and overhaul of kitchen & restaurant systems.

       Responsible for recruiting new Structural Engineer, acquiring permits and driving project completion.

Director of Engineering, Atlantic Hotel 2009 - 2011

       Knowledgeably oversaw team of 7 Engineers and yearly budget of more than $650,000.

       Skillfully managed installation of new roof, HVAC, exterior surfaces, room furniture, decor, thermostats, toilets, carpeting, conference center, security gate and spa steam generators for this 124-room hotel.

       Successfully renegotiated vendor contracts to save $50,000, cut engineering expenses by 20% and slashed guest service requests by 50%.

Electrician, Meisner Electric 2002 - 2009

       Expertly conducted repairs & installations of wiring, lighting, HVAC, fire pumps, alarm systems, switchgear, transformers and other systems.

       Diligently tracked & ordered inventory, coordinated with subcontractors and issued work assignments for team of 25 personnel.

       Safely utilized forklifts, front-end loaders and mini-excavators to conduct job operations.

       Facilitated successful completion of such projects as Gulf Stream Race Track & Casino, Metropolitan Hotel & Office, Trump International Hotel and Turnberry Isle Resort.

Certified Pool and Spa Operator, 2017

Certified Food Safety Manager, 2014

Certified TIPS Manager, 2014

Leading the Journey Leadership School, 2014

Landmark Worldwide Advanced Education, 2014

Landmark Worldwide Education Forum, 2014

ABCI Electrical apprenticeship program, 2009

Brookdale Community College

Associate of Arts - Business Management, 1998

United States Coast Guard

Leadership School, 1993

Electrician's Mate A School, 1993

Marine Academy of Science and Technology

Diploma, 1989

Electrician, United States Coast Guard 1991 - 1995