Project Manager – Resort Enhancement, Building & Facades, & Horticulture

Job Summary:

As a Project Manager, you will be accountable to ensure that all assigned projects are properly scoped, designed and performed with an emphasis on strict scope, budget and schedule control. You will manage implementing assigned projects. You will perform accountabilities according to established operating procedures and will take an active role in continually improving these processes. The position objective is to manage each assigned project from creation to completion. The goal of this position is to complete projects within approved budget and schedule with the highest quality and in the most cost effective and efficient manner.

You will report to the Director of Resort Enhancement

Position Requirement/What You Will Do:

SAFETY:

• Manage overall project safety, obtaining final approval for contractor submitted safety plans and compliance to the project safety plan

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT:

• Oversee the development, planning, execution and closeout of the project throughout the project life. Includes project design, development, implementation, budget, cash flow reporting and maintaining accurate EFC’s for financial reporting, and maintenance of all job files

TEAMWORK AND COLLABORATION:

• Assemble project teams with internal and external resources to complete all assigned projects and oversee to ensure that they are working as an integrated team in delivering against project goals

CONTRACT DEVELOPMENT:

• Provide support for the administration of contracts including scope of work, unit costing items, and bid alternates and operational constraints required for contract preparation

PROJECT SCHEDULE:

• Manage the project schedule, establishing critical path tasks to ensure schedule compliance and ensuring proper loading requirements of the contractor to achieve the desired completion date

CLIENT COMMUNICATION:

• Coordinate operational constraints and job goals together as to achieve a seamless project; including communication with Partners, Clients and management regarding project status, schedule, financial and guest impacts

TECHNICAL COMPETENCY:

• Technically competent with various software programs such as construction management software and Microsoft suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) Use project and contract management systems in the the daily operation of the business

PROCESS COMPETENCY:

• Manage the change order process within the department guidelines, while updating project budget and EFC’s based on project driven cost trends

Required Experience/You Have:

• Four years of project management / construction management in hospitality, commercial and industrial construction.
• Knowledge of project management process and demonstrated ability to manage a portfolio of projects more than $6 M annually.
• Knowledge of project accounting, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, document management, best value contracting, contract management and cost forecasting
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods and techniques. Familiarity with all construction applicable codes, i.e., UBC, NEC & UFC
• Ability to prepare presentations for department management review that drive related decisions
• Outstanding attention to detail and organization skills, as well as problem solving skills
• Leadership experience
• Identify project related risks and propose mitigation plans.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project management / construction management within a Theme park environment

Required Education:

• Four year college degree (BA / BS) in project / construction management or related field and 4+ years of applicable hands-on project/ construction experience OR 2 years of college and 8+ years of applicable hands on project / construction experience.

Preferred Education:

• MBA in Project / Construction Management or related field

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim is $102,00 to $136,700 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About Walt Disney World Resort:

When Walt Disney opened Disneyland on July 17, 1955, he said he hoped it would be “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” Since then, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 800 million guests, expanding to become an approximately 500- acre, multifaceted, world-class family resort destination, complete with two renowned Disney theme parks, three hotels and the exciting shopping, dining and entertainment area known as Downtown Disney District. Through a combination of creativity, technology and innovation, the resort brings storytelling to new heights, and Disneyland Resort cast members play an integral part in bringing that Disney magic to life for thousands of guests every day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.