Hotel Special Projects Manager

Job Description

The Hotel Special Projects Manager is in charge of all ADA Maintenance, Occupational Safety and Fleetwide or Classwide project initiatives including inspections, repairs, certificate requirements, modifications and dry dockings of vessels. The Hotel Special Projects Manager will provide constant updates on reported ADA and Occupational Safety project deficiencies, damages and non-conformities to onboard and shoreside management.

Essential Functions: 

• Lead the ADA Planned Maintenance for Hotel Operations through inspections, develop of maintenance job cards and reporting of the status of ADA machinery. ADA machinery includes but is not limited to, pull cords, push buttons, automatic doors, pool lifts and chair lifts. 
• Lead the Occupational Safety Project Implementation for Hotel Operations through inspections, develop of maintenance job cards and reporting of the status of safety projects. 
• Partner with onboard and shoreside management to ensure clearance of Hotel repairs, reported Hotel deficiencies, damages and non-conformities with the support of assigned project manager and company field specialists. Process service orders and requisitions for hotel related issues and coordinate logistics for hotel service providers
• Verify and approve requisitions for spares, services and consumables and materials for assigned Hotel accounts. Cooperate with Purchasing Department in evaluation of suppliers, vendors and product proposals
• Manage hotel technical operations budget

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master's Degree in Naval Architecture, Civil, Mechanical and/or Marine Engineering, Deck Officer or related field preferred. 
• 6 years of experience in related field required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera
• Solid knowledge of Hotel technical and mechanical repairs. Sound budgeting skills to manage technical budget for assigned vessels. Extensive technical know-how. Organizational skills to coordinate multiple ship activities simultaneously.  Interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team based environment. 
• In addition to other duties/functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.

Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time. Requires regular movement throughout CCL facilities. Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds. May need to stand for long periods of time.

Travel: 25-50% ship-based travel

Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery. May be requested to work a different shift. Working drydocks.

This position is classified as "in-office." As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida from Tuesday through Thursday.  Employees may work from home on Mondays and Fridays. Some positions may require additional in-office time each week and final schedule is determined by your leader.  Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.

Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.  

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival’s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

• Health Benefits:
  • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
  • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
  • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage 
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
  • Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 7 company-wide holidays, plus an additional floating holiday to be taken at the employee’s discretion. 
  • Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.  All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
  • Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.  
• Other Benefits
  • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
  • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement 
  • On-site preschool program and wellness center at our Miami campus

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