Director, Venue Infrastructure Delivery

Key Responsibilities

• Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate department staff
• Directly supervise sub-functions including design and delivery teams
• Oversee venue development strategies to ensure venues meet Olympic and Paralympic operational requirements while balancing cost, schedule, and risk
• Lead resolution of complex design, construction, operational, and stakeholder issues impacting venue delivery
• Deliver Infrastructure
• Manage procurement specification development with integration of cost, schedule and construction feasibility
• Manage the venue development’s team requirements for cost, procurement, schedule, permitting and supplier integration
• Lead cross-functional coordination efforts to align venue delivery milestones with test events, operational planning cycles, and Games-time requirements
• Oversee transition planning from design and construction phases into venue operations and Games-time delivery
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Establish close working relationships with key functional areas to ensure the venue design development process aligns with cross-functional planning timelines and objectives
• Work with the IOC and IPC to understand all requirements, get strategic buy-in, and expedite approval processes where necessary
• Closely align with the Infrastructure Program Management Sub-function to ensure coordinated planning for all venue design and delivery milestones and deliverables including procurement and cost

Requirements

• Minimum 8-years of relevant industry experience in event infrastructure design and temporary infrastructure delivery
• Preferred working knowledge of California Building Code requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Sports Management, Construction Management, Event Management, or related field or equivalent work experience strongly preferred
• Preferably with 5 years of leadership experience in the sport or live event industry
• Proven experience leading engineering or architecture and design programs – training as an engineer or architect is preferred but not required but direct experience overseeing and managing complex construction is required
• A collaborative mindset; someone who prioritizes the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego
• Ability to implement and manage change effectively

Expectations

• 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
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with AutoCAD or similar tools advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present information effectively
• To work independently and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• The position is based in Los Angeles office with in-person presence required.
• The LA28 office is an open-plan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time sitting, standing, using computers, phones, and other office equipment, and attending in-person meetings.
• Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and will include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Pay and Benefits

• The annual base salary range for this position is $126,000.00 - $180,000.00.
• LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.