Project Manager Jobs

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Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for providing the leadership, direction and resources to effectively manage construction projects for Universal Studio Hollywood (USH). The Project Manager will oversee construction projects in accordance with approved budgets, schedules, and project plans & specifications. The role includes coordination with internal departments, supervision of the department trade foreman, administrative staff, contracts, finance, scheduling, contractors and sub-contractors.

Responsibilities:

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• Manages overall punch list and close out process for the facility. Reviews all final submittals from the contractor for all close-out documentation including, but not limited to shop drawings, submittals, as-builts, warranties, lien waivers, etc.
• Responsible for governmental inspections and approvals through final certificate of occupancy.
• Assists with the pre-qualification and evaluation of potential construction vendors. Works with the general contractors, vendors for site/construction sequence and logistics with general contractors, vendors and USH project team with regards to access, insurance, etc. required to gain access to the site.
• Supports approval of plans, schedules, and cost estimates through direct interaction with project.
• Responsible for the development of the capital plans (scoping project, utilize the approval process to gain approval and implement plans) and implementing these plans in a cost effective and efficient manner.
• Fully responsible for preparation of project work plans, schedules, estimates, and other planning documents included within the project scope, schedule, budget and quality objectives.
• Provides interface between Facility Engineering Department, Park Operations, Entertainment Department, Creative Department, EH&S, etc.
• Reviews design documents for construction, completeness, corrections, and coordination and compile a list of comments. Reviews the existing facility status to evaluate what potential issues used to be addressed by the design documents.
• Responsible for all documentation required for site access, lay down and other logistics for the contractors and vendors. Assists in the presentation of all required construction management processes including but not limited to: RFP’s, RFI’s, Shop Drawings, Directives, Submittals, Punch Lists, Short Form Agreements and other documents as required. Supports USH project team for progress payment and related walk-through and inspections. Manages and coordinates staging area inventories for arrival and dispatch. Supervises facility and progress in accordance with the master schedule.
• Responsible for the operations and activities of Park-wide construction projects

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $80,000 – $110,000

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Over 2 years of project management/maintenance planning experience with a general contractor or project management firm. Project Management certification preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Ability & willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays with short notice
• Ability to make accurate quantity surveys and to estimate the cost of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor’s work, ascertaining that all areas have been accounted for prior to submitting estimate for review.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects and contractors at once including Tenant Improvement, Ground up and Technology projects in a fast paced environment.
• Working knowledge of equipment, systems, quality control and troubleshooting within the area of responsibility (Electrical, HVAC, Water Treatment, Plumbing, Construction, Painting, Landscape, Construction, Maintenance) as well as Facility Life/Safety Systems and equipment
• Proficient of local/regional codes and ordinances, reading/interpreting construction documents and contracts
• Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university in Construction Management, Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Project.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Experience managing in a union environment
• Theme Park Operations knowledge and experience
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible is essential
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of employees and management, and willingness to give assistance to co-workers in other areas. Strong team player.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management skills

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