Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway Appoints K.L. Ramakrishnan as Director of Engineering

Bengaluru,  2026: Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway is pleased to announce the appointment of K.L. Ramakrishnan as the Director of Engineering. With over 14 years of extensive experience in hospitality engineering, he brings strong expertise in technical operations, project management, and sustainability-driven initiatives.

In his new role, he will be responsible for overseeing the hotel’s engineering operations, including maintenance of plant and machinery, energy management, safety systems and infrastructure efficiency. He will also play a key role in ensuring seamless operations across all technical functions while enhancing guest comfort and operational excellence.

Prior to this appointment, he served as Director of Engineering at Taj Skyline Ahmedabad, where he led engineering operations for a luxury property. He has also held key positions with leading hospitality brands, including Marriott International, Accor Hotels, The Leela Hotels & Resorts, and The Lalit. Notably, he has managed multi-property engineering operations at Courtyard by Marriott and Fairfield by Marriott, Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru.

Over the course of his career, he has led several large-scale projects, including plant upgrades, energy optimization initiatives, and post-pandemic restoration of critical engineering systems. His expertise spans HVAC systems, fire and life safety, water treatment, and preventive maintenance, along with a strong focus on sustainability practices such as energy conservation and efficient resource management.

“We are pleased to welcome Ramakrishnan to the team. His deep technical expertise, hands-on approach, and proven track record in managing complex engineering operations will be instrumental in maintaining our high standards of efficiency, safety and guest comfort,” said Sushma Khichar, General Manager, Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway.

With his vast technical knowledge and leadership experience, Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway looks forward to further strengthening its engineering capabilities under his guidance.