Senior Project Manager, Design & Engineering

Position Summary

The Senior Project Manager, Design & Engineering is responsible for leading the planning, design, and execution of medium- to large-scale capital improvement projects at SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove. This role manages capital projects from concept development through construction completion while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with operational needs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for capital projects ranging from $1 million to $10 million.
• Support the Director of Design & Engineering with large-scale capital projects exceeding $10 million.
• Manage multiple concurrent capital improvement and infrastructure projects from planning through project closeout.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and project execution plans.
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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 7 years of project management or construction management experience.
• Experience leading the design and construction of medium- to large-scale capital projects valued at $1 million or greater.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a commercial, hospitality, entertainment, industrial, municipal, or similar environment.
• Working knowledge of construction processes, budgeting, scheduling, permitting, procurement, and project delivery methods.
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, estimates, and project budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in theme parks, hospitality, attractions, entertainment venues, resorts, or other guest-facing environments.
• Experience managing projects in occupied or operational facilities.
• Experience supporting large-scale capital projects valued at $10 million or greater.
• Experience reviewing contracts, scopes of work, bids, and change orders.
• Familiarity with project scheduling and construction management software.
• PMP, CCM, PE, RA, or other related professional certification.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking throughout the park and construction sites.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb stairs, navigate construction areas, and occasionally work at heights.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and perform site inspections as needed.

The Perks Of The Position

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Information

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.