Insomniac - Manager, Building & Engineering

Insomniac Events•Calabasas, CA

1d•$90,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at building and engineering? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of engineering space. Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority. Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993. Insomniac is seeking a Manager, Building & Engineering. This position manages infrastructure planning for Insomniac festivals and large scale events. The Manager will partner with production teams on site builds, ensuring engineering integrity and compliance. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

6+ years’ experience in building engineering, facilities management or event infrastructure
Degree in Engineering, operations management or related field
Experience in nightlife or music industry environments
Knowledge of sustainable building practices and energy management
Experience supporting large scale live events, festivals, or entertainment venues
Familiarity with temporary power systems and large scale event builds
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and building/fire codes
Proven experience managing vendors and contractors
Strong organizational and project management skills
Must be motivated with an “Everything is possible” attitude
Must be an active problem solver, instilled with a sense of urgency for projects large and small
Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally
Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
Ability to manage multiple projects and requests against multiple tight deadlines and timelines at once
May work in drastic temperature climates
Position will expose candidate to sensitive company information and so must maintain strict confidentiality
Must exercise utmost discretion in dealing with staff, vendors and business associates in dealing with sensitive matters
Must be willing to work during evening and weekend hours and travel to events, as required, to meet deadlines
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa

Responsibilities

Manage infrastructure planning for festival and large scale events
Partner with production teams on site builds, ensuring engineering integrity and compliance
Ensure compliance with installation and teardown of temporary systems
Conduct site inspections and risk assessments before, during and after events
Source, hire, and manage contractors, engineers and various vendors
Manage scope of work, budgets, timelines and performance
Ensure all vendors adhere to Insomniac safety and operational standards
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, fire codes and OSHA standards
Maintain permits, inspections and certifications across all event sites and venues
Develop and enforce safety protocols, emergency response procedures, and incident reporting
Provide training on safety, systems and operational procedures
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Partner closely with Production, HR, Legal, Operations and other teams
Support new venue builds, renovations, and special projects
Partner with sustainability teams on energy efficiency and environmental initiatives
Develop and manage operating expenditure budgets
Identify cost saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety
Track expenses related to maintenance, repairs and infrastructure builds