Manager, Venue Technology, FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An international sports event organization is seeking a Venue Technology Manager in Houston. This role involves overseeing technology services for the FIFA Men's World Cup 2026, leading a diverse team, and ensuring the successful delivery of event technologies. Ideal candidates have substantial IT experience, including event management. This contractual position requires collaboration with stakeholders and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

Minimum of 8 years IT experience, 4+ years in a similar role.
Experience in the Sports/major event industry is essential.
Proven IT program delivery skills required.

Responsibilities

Ensure technology services are implemented per FIFA requirements.
Lead and manage a diverse team for technology services.
Collaborate with stakeholders for effective delivery of services.

Skills

IT program delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Team leadership

Education

University degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project)

Planning software

Job description

Overview

Manager, Venue Technology, FIFA World Cup 2026. Reporting organisationally to the Senior Manager, Venue Technology - USA, the Venue Technology Manager will be a key member of the FIFA26 Technology team and work in close collaboration with the Technology teams in Mexico, Canada and Zurich and other key individuals responsible for delivering venue specific technology related deliverables for the FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026 TM (FWC 2026) at the assigned stadium in the USA. The role entails coordinating with all relevant parties the planning, implementation, readiness and operations of all event technology services pertinent to the tournament and / or associated events within the assigned stadium/city.

Department: Technology

Location: Houston

Responsibilities

Ensure all aspects of Technology, Telecommunications and Broadcast Technology Services are implemented at assigned venues in accordance with the pre-agreed FIFA Technology requirements
Lead, build and manage a diverse team composed of paid staff, contractors and volunteers for operating the technology services at the assigned venue
Lead and collaborate with stakeholder groups, clients, providers, and government entities to ensure delivery of technology services across all assigned venues per the governance structure
Work with the TEAP manager to facilitate collection and distribution of technology requirements for all client groups involved in FWC2026 (e.g., Media, Broadcast, Guest Operations, Commercial, Football Technology Innovation) for the assigned venues
Communicate all information pertaining to infrastructure, services and spaces needed for delivery and support of technology services to venue/site authorities and delivery teams
Collaborate with assigned personnel and Stadium partners, relevant private and governmental parties to enable / support timely delivery of venue technology services
Manage asset tracking and management of deployed technology equipment
Develop regular progress, risk and issue management reports in accordance with governance structures and PMO systems

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Education & Qualifications

University degree or similar higher education in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field

Work Experience

Minimum of 8 years overall IT experience and minimum 4 years in a similar role
Experience in the Sports / major event industry is a must
Proven track record of successful delivery of complex IT programs and projects
Up-to-date knowledge and programme management expertise in event-related technologies, including technology business solutions, CATV, radio communications, wired communication, printing, broadcast contribution network, spectrum, audio and visual

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