Sr Manager, Venue Infrastructure Delivery

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 140 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

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Résumé du poste

LA28 is seeking a Sr. Manager, Venue Infrastructure Delivery to lead end-to-end design, build, and delivery for a key Games-time venue in Los Angeles 2028. You will manage 3–4 staff plus external partners, advancing venue designs to on-site execution, construction, and delivery.

The role requires 7+ years in event overlay design and temporary infrastructure, with strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Expect on-site visits and extended hours during critical milestones.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant industry experience in event overlay design and temporary infrastructure delivery.
• Familiarity with temporary infrastructure projects.
• Willingness to occasionally visit venues and work on-site as needed.
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders and proven success at building excellent working relationships.
• Experience working with senior executives across multiple functional areas.
• Excellent leadership skills with a track record of people development and revenue achievement.
• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communication, team building, and interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and ability to work independently to resolve issues.
• Fluent working with Office suite products including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and evolving work where applicable.
• A collaborative mindset; someone who prioritises the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego.
• An innovative viewpoint, challenging the status quo and thinking ahead to future years of the Movement.
• Ability to implement and manage change effectively as well as manage and mitigate risk.
• Ability to work extended hours during critical build milestones and Games-time preparations.

Responsabilités

• Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate department staff.
• Directly supervise sub-functions including design teams.
• Develop and adhere to departmental budget with clear steps to implement, monitor, and measure deliverables.
• Assist in delivering the design development strategy and process for a Games-time venue.
• Support integration of internal stakeholders with external delivery partners (architecture, engineering, and other departmental resources) to ensure a coordinated process.
• Facilitate approvals and review processes for all internal and external stakeholders involved in establishing venue technical requirements.
• Ensure a robust, data-driven approach to venue design and delivery, providing fit-for-purpose and cost-effective solutions.
• Establish close working relationships with key functional areas (Event Management, Hospitality & Ticketing, Games Operations, etc.) to align design development with cross-functional planning timelines and objectives.
• Work with the IOC and IPC to understand requirements, gain strategic buy-in, and expedite approval processes where necessary.
• Align with the Infrastructure Program Management sub-function on planning for milestones, deliverables, procurement, and cost, and problem-solve and negotiate with stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes.

Connaissances

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Project delivery

Communication

Office suite

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Sports Management/Construction Management/Event Management

Outils

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Description du poste

About the Role

The Sr. Manager, Venue Infrastructure Delivery leads the end-to-end design, build, and delivery of a key Games-time venue for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The role sits within the Venue Infrastructure (VNI) team, part of the larger Sport & Games Delivery group, which ensures venues are functional, innovative, and accessible. The position manages a team of 3–4 staff members alongside external partners and contractors, initially coordinating finalisation of venue designs before transitioning to on-site execution, construction, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate department staff.
• Directly supervise sub-functions including design teams.
• Develop and adhere to departmental budget with clear steps to implement, monitor, and measure deliverables.
• Assist in delivering the design development strategy and process for a Games-time venue.
• Support integration of internal stakeholders with external delivery partners (architecture, engineering, and other departmental resources) to ensure a coordinated process.
• Facilitate approvals and review processes for all internal and external stakeholders involved in establishing venue technical requirements.
• Ensure a robust, data-driven approach to venue design and delivery, providing fit-for-purpose and cost-effective solutions.
• Establish close working relationships with key functional areas (Event Management, Hospitality & Ticketing, Games Operations, etc.) to align design development with cross-functional planning timelines and objectives.
• Work with the IOC and IPC to understand requirements, gain strategic buy-in, and expedite approval processes where necessary.
• Align with the Infrastructure Program Management sub-function on planning for milestones, deliverables, procurement, and cost, and problem-solve and negotiate with stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant industry experience in event overlay design and temporary infrastructure delivery.
• Familiarity with temporary infrastructure projects.
• Willingness to occasionally visit venues and work on-site as needed.
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders and proven success at building excellent working relationships.
• Experience working with senior executives across multiple functional areas.
• Excellent leadership skills with a track record of people development and revenue achievement.
• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communication, team building, and interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and ability to work independently to resolve issues.
• Fluent working with Office suite products including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and evolving work where applicable.
• A collaborative mindset; someone who prioritises the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego.
• An innovative viewpoint, challenging the status quo and thinking ahead to future years of the Movement.
• Ability to implement and manage change effectively as well as manage and mitigate risk.
• Ability to work extended hours during critical build milestones and Games-time preparations.

Preferred Skills

• Working knowledge of California Building Code requirements.
• Previous experience in event operations, logistics, hospitality, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Sports Management, Construction Management, Event Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Workplace

• Based in the Los Angeles office; in-person presence required.
• Open-plan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
• The majority of work is conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of sitting, standing, using computers, phones, and other office equipment, and attending in-person meetings.
• Extended hours may be required during critical build milestones and Games-time preparations.

Benefits & Perks

• LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

About the Company

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organising committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The organisation’s mission is to create Games that celebrate the city and country, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners, and the community. The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games.