Assistant Project Manager, Theme Park Tech Projects

Universal Studios Hollywood

California

On-site

USD 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

NBCUniversal’s Technical Services PMO is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support planning, coordination, and execution of theme park projects. You will independently handle smaller projects and assist on larger, high-complexity initiatives within approved scope, budget, and schedule.

Responsibilities include stakeholder coordination, procurement oversight, cost/schedule planning, and project controls.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business Management, Project Management, Technical Theatre, Engineering Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 2 years of project management, construction, engineering, or related experience; owner-representative and theme park experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Independently manage assigned smaller or lower-complexity projects and non-safety-critical scopes through the project lifecycle, with supervision and escalation support from the Program Manager.
Assist the Program Manager and Project Managers with the planning, coordination, and execution of larger, higher-complexity, or safety-critical projects.
Lead project kick-off meetings for assigned projects and attend and document kick-off meetings for supported projects.
Coordinate with project stakeholders, business units, vendors, consultants, contractors, governmental agencies, and internal support groups to facilitate project decisions, application submissions, approvals, site access, and execution.
Identify, analyze, and respond to project risks and issues; develop mitigation actions and keep stakeholders advised.
Monitor and track overall project progress and distribute regular status reports to the Program Manager and project stakeholders & clients.
Research and facilitate resolution of project issues, independently for assigned projects and in collaboration with the Program Manager or Project Manager when supporting larger efforts.