Senior Manager, Civil Engineering

LA28•Los Angeles, CA

31d•Onsite

About The Position

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our 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. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles. Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. Senior Manager, Civil Engineering Delivery team is currently organized in four key areas including Venue Infrastructure, Venue Management, Revenue & Commercial, and Games Operations, but will expand to over 30 functional areas by Games time. The Venue Infrastructure team is responsible for delivering the competition and non-competition venues fit-for-purpose for the preparation and staging of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. This department is responsible for managing the design, development, program management, construction, maintenance, and removal of all Games infrastructure in existing and fully temporary venues. Reporting to the Director, Engineering, the Senior Manager, Civil Engineering will be responsible for overseeing the civil engineering works for the temporary infrastructure and integration of permanent infrastructure, including management of external engineering resources and internal engineering teams; informing procurement related to civil engineering works; and managing installation, maintenance, and reinstatement during operations. This role will require extensive knowledge of the development of technical deliverables including drawings, specifications, and procurement documents. To support venue development efforts, this role is required to coordinate with multiple internal functional areas to ensure feedback is captured and designs meet industry codes and standards, IOC requirements, and cost and schedule targets. LA28 will make extensive use of existing venues as well as build temporary venues, requiring varying application of engineering principles.

Requirements

7+ years of civil or equivalent engineering experience with large infrastructure design and construction
Experience with temporary infrastructure and overlay, or equivalent experience with major infrastructure capital programs. Preferred experience with local or major sporting events (Olympics & Paralympic Games, World Cup, etc.)
Experience leading diverse teams delivering complex, high-profile infrastructure projects
Advanced knowledge of engineering and collaboration tools and software (Revit, AutoCAD, etc.)
Detail-oriented with excellent command of productivity and collaboration tools (Office360, SharePoint, Smartsheet, Autodesk Cloud, etc.)
Experience with key of industry codes and practices
Knowledge of key civil works construction activities, including site preparation, grading, and remediation
Knowledge with fundamental project management concepts (scope, schedule, budget)
Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making
Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office
The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment
Site visits requiring movement around varying environmental conditions in external locations
Occasional travel as needed to onsite venues and partner offices
Required – Accredited Bachelors in Civil Engineering or equivalent
Ability to motivate teams and work collaboratively and adapt to maximize team performance
Ability to present information concisely to wide audiences that include leadership, external contractors and advisors, and governmental agencies
Ability to work within a complex and demanding environment with many stakeholders while maintaining strong relationships
Ability to problem-solve and negotiate with stakeholders to get the best outcomes
Ability to work independently to resolve issues
Resume

Nice To Haves

Desired – Professional Engineering license in California
Desired – Project Management and Construction Certifications

Responsibilities

Lead civil engineering technical design and development, including oversight of temporary infrastructure and overlay designs, including space allocations, grading, pathways, etc.
Develop technical engineering design guides and principles and adapt IOC requirements to local practices
Prepare and support other engineering analysis as needed to support development works, including site surveys, crowd modeling, area feasibility studies, etc.
Prepare and oversee the civil engineering portion of the venue design books and technical publications. Advance engineering designs through increasing levels of detail for construction drawings
Manage internal team and oversee external resources to deliver on workstream responsibilities
Coordinate internal and external stakeholders’ requirements to develop cost effective and streamlined solutions to meet games time requirements for each venue
Manage and develop review process for plans to meet departmental milestones
Integrate and influence venue design to allow for efficient engineering solutions
Support the development of integrated workplans and schedules with the infrastructure master schedule, event operations planning, and central Program Management
Oversee an installation team during operations and maintenance during the event period
Represent LA28 and the VNI Engineering team in meetings and at events with stakeholders
Support infrastructure requirements for Broadcast, Energy, Technology, and Look and Sign, amongst other stakeholders
Support the development of integrated workplans and schedules with the infrastructure master schedule, event operations planning, and central Program Management.
Partner with Finance and Procurement teams to prepare costs, elevate delivery and procurement risks, and identify savings opportunities.
Support other cross-functional initiatives, including Permitting, Risk Management, and Event Operations.
Ensure compliance within workstream to Health & Safety regulations.