Holland America Princess Tours

Superintendent, Facility and Equipment Development

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Job ID 12912 Date posted 04/10/2026 City Fairbanks State AK Country United States Job Type Full Time

Job Description


Fairbanks, AK

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation.

Holland America Line and Princess Cruises united as HAP-Alaska/Yukon Land Operations.We’re innovators in Alaska and Yukon tourism and advocates for the environment. Our team supports a combined fleet of ships sailing to Alaska each summer, operating lodges and hotels, luxury motor coaches and the largest domed rail cars in the world. Our guests experience both luxury and adventure that is truly unmatched. 

We’re looking for an amazing Superintendent, Facilities and Equipment Development professional to fill this role, which is based in our Fairbanks, AK office.  You’ll be responsible for scoping, budgeting, leading and completing projects to repair, renovate or refurbish our facilities and equipment at Alaska and Yukon lodges and hotels. This role involves managing processes and policies through the assistance of outside contractors, consultants and compliance specialists. The Superintendent, Facility and Equipment Development, will work closely with operations, safety/compliance and other team members to ensure business needs and regulatory compliance are considered and met. The ideal candidate will have a professional level of knowledge of the trades and current building codes and regulations, as would be acquired through a PM or engineering degree. Demonstration of directly related work experience, which has provided an equivalent breadth, and depth of knowledge may be considered in lieu of the educational requirements. Must have the ability to meet deadlines, with an attention to detail and accuracy, while working in a team or group environment.  Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing will all levels of team members, customers and suppliers/vendors is critical.                                                                               

Here’s a summary of what Holland America Line and Princess is looking for in its Superintendent, Facilities and Equipment Development. Is this you?

Responsibilities

  • Developing project scope documents, soliciting necessary engineering and design, writing and submitting RFP's, soliciting and reviewing bids.                                                           

  • Reviewing project bid costs, identifying value engineering opportunities, reviewing invoices, estimating future capital project costs.                                                                        

  • Coordination and communication with team members, consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies.                                                                       

  • On-site project status reviews and scope/quality confirmation, reviewing and approving change orders, reviewing and approving field changes, coordinating and leading punch walks.                                                         

  • Communication of project status, financial updates and early reporting of incidents and challenges impacting schedule, safety or budget.                                                             

Requirements

  • Proficient in use of Microsoft computer business applications. 

  • CAD experience preferred. 

  • Understanding of current UBC, OSHA and fire marshal requirements and regulations. 

  • Qualified to drive company light-duty vehicles.                       

  • 5 years’ experience managing or supervising construction projects involving multiple trades in Alaska. 

  • Experience reading and understanding engineering reports, design documents, construction drawings, state and federal rules, codes and regulations.                       

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  Holland America Line/Princess is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-1B status).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Lodges, employee housing, commercial kitchens and restaurants, civil and utility systems at Alaska and Yukon properties.                                                                                 

  • Involves complex analysis of data & information, research, and anticipation of challenges that may have an impact on the business and regulatory compliance.                          

  • This role will impact safety and compliance, guest service and employee satisfaction throughout Alaska and the Yukon.                                                                           

  • Requires high level of skill to collaborate between divisions, lodges and departments to arrive at facility and equipment projects and solutions that are beneficial to compliance, safety, guest service and operations.  Requires leading diverse project teams that include team members, outside contractors, vendors and consultants.             

What You Can Expect

  • Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your family​

  • Health Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan 

  • Training & Professional Development

  • Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement

  • Rewards & Incentives 

Our Culture… Stronger Together

Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees. Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: https://www.princess.com/aboutus/culture-framework/

Holland America Line and Princess are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Holland America Line and Princess will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws.  If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact: haphr@hagroup.com


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