Operations Manager, GPP

Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix seeks an Operations Manager for Grand Prix Plaza, overseeing facility maintenance, site operations, and event readiness. You will lead frontline teams, coordinate with contractors and vendors, and ensure safety standards are met during events and daily operations.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive experience in facility and venue operations, and the ability to adapt to high-paced, high-profile events in Las Vegas.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in facility, venue, or events operations.
• Experience leading teams and overseeing day-to-day activities.
• Knowledge of facility maintenance, building systems, and asset management.
• Experience coordinating contractors and vendors safely and efficiently.
• Experience supporting event operations and venue transitions.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, lighting, and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and life safety procedures.
• Experience operating facility equipment like forklifts and scissor lifts.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee facility maintenance, site operations, event support, and operational readiness activities throughout Grand Prix Plaza.
• Lead and work alongside frontline team members, contractors, and vendors to ensure operational tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to established standards.
• Conduct inspections of facilities, attractions, infrastructure, equipment, and guest-facing areas, proactively identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Perform and coordinate preventative maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and corrective actions for facility systems, utilities, and operational assets.
• Support the operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, lighting, controls, building infrastructure, and other technical equipment as needed.
• Execute operational plans for events, activations, venue conversions, load-ins, load-outs, and special projects, ensuring timelines and operational objectives are achieved.
• Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, functionality, and safety of facilities, grounds, pathways, parking areas, and other spaces.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, permitting requirements, company policies, and operational procedures while promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
• Respond to operational incidents, emergency situations, and facility issues, coordinating resources and implementing timely solutions.
• Contribute to the overall success of Grand Prix Plaza by managing seasonal transitions and providing cross-departmental support as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Organization

Adaptability

Tools

Forklifts

Telehandlers

Scissor lifts

Job description

Summary Of Job

Grand Prix Plaza, home of the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix, is a world-class entertainment and event destination spanning approximately 39 acres in the heart of the Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit. The 300,000-square-foot facility features immersive Formula 1 attractions, premium hospitality experiences, event and meeting venues, retail, food and beverage offerings, and year-round activations that attract guests from across the globe. The Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of Grand Prix Plaza through the hands‑on management and execution of facility maintenance, site operations, event operations, and operational readiness efforts. This role combines leadership and direct operational involvement, overseeing frontline teams, contractors, and vendors while actively supporting inspections, maintenance activities, event execution, venue transitions, and problem resolution. The Operations Manager ensures facilities, attractions, infrastructure, and events operate in accordance with established safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company expectations.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee facility maintenance, site operations, event support, and operational readiness activities throughout Grand Prix Plaza.
• Lead and work alongside frontline team members, contractors, and vendors to ensure operational tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to established standards.
• Conduct inspections of facilities, attractions, infrastructure, equipment, and guest‑facing areas, proactively identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Perform and coordinate preventative maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and corrective actions for facility systems, utilities, and operational assets.
• Support the operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, lighting, controls, building infrastructure, and other technical equipment as needed.
• Execute operational plans for events, activations, venue conversions, load‑ins, load‑outs, and special projects, ensuring timelines and operational objectives are achieved.
• Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, functionality, and safety of facilities, grounds, pathways, parking areas, and other spaces.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, permitting requirements, company policies, and operational procedures while promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
• Respond to operational incidents, emergency situations, and facility issues, coordinating resources and implementing timely solutions.
• Contribute to the overall success of Grand Prix Plaza by managing seasonal transitions and providing cross‑departmental support as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in facility operations, venue operations, attractions, hospitality, entertainment, events, maintenance management, or a similarly complex operating environment.
• Proven experience leading teams while actively participating in day‑to‑day operational, maintenance, and event‑related activities.
• Working knowledge of facility maintenance, building systems, preventative maintenance programs, general repairs, and operational asset management.
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, and service providers while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to established standards.
• Experience supporting event operations, logistics, venue conversions, load‑ins, load‑outs, and guest‑facing activities.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, lighting controls, building infrastructure, mechanical systems, and technical equipment preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, life safety systems, emergency response procedures, and operational compliance requirements.
• Experience operating or overseeing equipment such as forklifts, telehandlers, scissor lifts, and other facility‑related machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, organizational, and decision‑making skills with the ability to adapt to changing operational needs.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and effectively lead teams in a fast‑paced environment.

WORK SCHEDULE

• This is a full‑time position that works a flexible schedule including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Seasonal & Event‑based Responsibilities

• This role includes a seasonal period during which responsibilities extend beyond standard operations. During load‑in and load‑out of the Grand Prix Plaza facility, race week activations, and other special projects, this position may support non‑traditional functions that fall outside a routine. Flexibility, cross‑functional collaboration, and adaptability are essential and required during these high‑impact times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/elevators/escalators, and navigate the elements during the day and night.
• May need to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to handle exposure to loud noises at live events, attractions, entertaining programs, and crowds.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.