Technical Program Manager, Ride / Show Engineering- Singapore

Universal Creative; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Singapore is seeking a Technical Manager for attractions. This role involves overseeing technical management, budget creation, and vendor coordination for Ride and Show systems. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in theme park engineering roles and a Bachelor's degree in a technical field. A competitive compensation package is offered along with opportunities for global travel. Join a dynamic team focused on creating unparalleled guest experiences.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• 8+ years in theme park specific technical/engineering roles.
• Experience in vendor management with significant field installation.
• Preferred experience in contract management in theme park/construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical teams in park expansion and venue development.
• Create scope documentation and manage vendor contracts.
• Advise on engineering quality and risk assessment.
• Develop budgets and schedules for attractions.
• Coordinate technical interactions with vendors and subcontractors.

Skills

Technical management

Budgeting

Vendor management

Engineering analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable technical field

Advanced degrees preferred

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

JOB SUMMARY: Provides technical management and oversight, inclusive of budget and schedule, for an attraction or attractions. Responsible for the successful specification, bid/award, design, production, installation, and acceptance testing of Ride and/or Show systems, to include Audio, Special Effects, Projection, Lighting, Set/Scenic, Props, Show Action Equipment, Animated Figures, Ride Systems, Mechanical Systems, Network Systems, Parkwide Systems, Ride Control, and/or Show Control Systems. Role may have multiple direct reports who manage multiple aspects of an attraction or an entire attraction. Will provide daily subject matter expertise and guidance to the project team.

Major Responsibilities

• Leads Universal Creative technical teams in existing park expansion and new venue development. Oversees and validates engineering analyses, development of technical documents, and technical decision making.
• Oversees creation of scope(s) of work documentation and awarding of contracts to vendors based on quantitative requirements derived from interpreting creative intent and employing Universal Specifications. Leads integration and delivery of overall Ride and Show systems and attractions.
• Advises, coordinates, and is accountable for the status and engineering quality of Ride and Show systems including areas of risk or potential future risks.
• Responsible for creation of overall budget and schedule for complex attractions and themed entertainment offerings.
• Oversees all technical interaction within Universal Creative and between vendors, subcontractors, and relevant third parties involved with Ride and Show systems.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Some global travel may be required (less than 30%). Significant vendor management.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable technical field required. Advanced degrees preferred.

Experience

• 8+ Years: Required experience in theme park specific technical/engineering role(s) and vendor management with significant in-field installation related experience.
• 5-8 Years: Preferred experience with contract management and practices in the theme park and/or construction industries.
• Theme Park specific experience is highly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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

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