Senior Director, Projects (Expat to Japan) Job at Universal Orlando, Orlando, FL

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  • Universal Orlando
  • Orlando, FL

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY\n

Responsible for directing and managing all aspects necessary for the development of Major Attraction Projects, including all planning, budgeting, scheduling, estimating, design, construction, fabrication, delivery, and commissioning required to open the attraction within the assigned budget, quality, schedule, creative and guest experience targets.

\nMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES\n
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  • Construction/Fabrication/Implementation - Responsible for the prequalification, procurement, selection, contracting and performance of all Contractors, Vendors, Manufacturers, Fabricators, etc. required to complete the development of the new attraction. Ensure that all project procedures are being followed as it relates to Correspondence, RFI’s, Directives, Shop Drawings, Submittals, Meeting Minutes, Punch Lists, Deficiency Lists, Notices, Pay Applications, etc. necessary to successfully implement the new attractions.
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  • Personnel Management - Responsible for the hiring and selection of the necessary project team members required to implement the project. Responsible for the performance of each of the project team individuals as it relates to the successful opening of the new attraction. Responsible for the development and growth of the project team.
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  • Creative Development - Responsible for the management and development of the creative content done by the Creative team members or outside consultants. Responsible for the final delivery of a guest experience that meets the initial objectives set forth during project approval. Responsible for the prequalification, procurement, selection, contracting and performance of any and all designers and vendors contracted to develop creative concepts.
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  • Design Management - Responsible for the prequalification, procurement, selection, contracting and performing of any and all Architectural, Engineering, Technical Designers and Creative Designers hired to complete the design phase of the attraction. Responsible for the successful completion of the design within the budget and schedule established for the project.
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  • Budget/Scheduling - Responsible for maintaining the overall project budget and schedule within the targeted objectives set forth during project approval.
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  • Project Reporting - Responsible for the management, tracking and reporting of all of the necessary project components inclusive of budget, schedule and progress of the project to upper management. Responsible to maintain accurate documentation necessary to insure a successful project completion within the targeted budget and schedule.
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  • Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. 
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  • Performs other duties as assigned.
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\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\n

Typically supervises higher-level management. Direct reports include Creative Director, Producer, Attraction Designers, Art Directors, Show Set Designers, Coordinators, Senior Engineers, Technical Managers, Project Managers, Facility Design Manager, Construction Mangers and Superintendents. The Senior Director, Attraction Projects is responsible for managing project teams consisting of Architects, Engineers, Project Manager’s, Accountants, Designers, Legal Staff and Technical personnel ranging from 20 – 30 people.

\nSCOPE\n

Responsible for directing and managing all aspects necessary for the development of Major Attraction Projects. Major decision-making.

\nEDUCATION\n

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Architectural, Engineering or Construction Management.

\nEXPERIENCE\n

15+ Years of experience in the development and management of major projects with hospitality/entertainment/theme park experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. The planning horizon is three years. Planning requires knowledge of in-depth division operating plan and understanding of overall Company goals. Responsible for management of standard policies and procedures within a major function and may coordinate work processes across divisions. Accountable for divisional key performance indicators (Annual Operating Plan, GSAT, TSAT.); or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.

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