Olympic Venue Operations Lead

LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

LA28 is seeking a seasoned Event and Venue General Manager to lead operational planning and delivery for Olympic/Paralympic venues. You will drive cross-functional integration, manage venue teams, and coordinate with partners to ensure readiness and excellence in event operations.

The role requires extensive stakeholder management, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering large-scale, complex events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in sports/event management or major event delivery.
• Proven track record of leading complex venue operations across multiple phases.
• Experience building cross-functional partnerships and influencing stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of venue-based Event Operations plans.
• Manage venue teams and ensure readiness and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Coordinate with venue owners, local authorities, and partners.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to optimize delivery.
• Report progress to senior leaders and resolve issues across all phases.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

LA28 is seeking a seasoned Event and Venue General Manager to lead operational planning and delivery for Olympic/Paralympic venues. You will drive cross-functional integration, manage venue teams, and coordinate with partners to ensure readiness and excellence in event operations.

The role requires extensive stakeholder management, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering large-scale, complex events.