Vice President, Design & Engineering

Seaworld Entertainment-posted 9 months ago
Full-time • Executive
Tampa, FL
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
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As a key member of the Senior Leadership team, the Vice President of Design & Engineering will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of Busch Gardens and Adventure Island. You'll provide executive-level oversight, expert guidance, and strategic technical leadership, directly impacting the design and engineering of cutting-edge attractions, world-class facilities, and memorable experiences for guests. This is your chance to lead a talented team, drive innovation, and play a pivotal role in the continued growth and success of one of the most iconic entertainment destinations.

  • Administer and execute all aspects of the park's capital improvement budget
  • Ensure strict adherence to established project budgets & schedules and all company policies and procedures
  • Efficiently manage external designers, architectural and engineering consultants, vendors, and construction industry professionals
  • Provide leadership, management, and direction for all areas of the Design & Engineering department
  • Provide leadership in developing the park's strategic plan with specific focus on capital investment in attractions, facilities, and infrastructure improvements
  • Plan and implement all capital improvement projects in accordance with the park's annual and five-year capital investment plan
  • Oversee scheduling, document preparation, permitting, bidding, contract negotiation and construction administration phases of all capital improvement projects
  • Serve as park liaison to the Corporate Attraction group
  • Oversee consultants' design work to ensure compliance with established standards and project schedules
  • Monitor construction in progress to ensure compliance with design intent, contract documents, safety and environmental initiatives, established budgets, and schedules
  • Provide oversight and leadership in a collaborative effort to ensure the design and construction of new attractions and facilities complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the standards for accessible design
  • Serve as a key park technical resource for all code compliance, infrastructure, safety, and other technical and/or engineering related issues
  • Ensure adherence to all capital policies and procedures
  • Develop and administer the Design & Engineering department expense budget
  • Provide motivation, direction, coaching, and performance feedback to D&E staff and various ambassadors and vendors
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is required
  • At least ten years' experience managing multiple and complex commercial construction projects simultaneously
  • Strong organizational skills are essential
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to read, write, and speak English, are required
  • The ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective plans and strategies is crucial
  • Effective leadership of a diverse group of design, engineering, and construction professionals, promoting a healthy team environment, is key
  • Technical and functional knowledge of architecture and the means and methods of construction is necessary
  • A solid understanding of site utility distribution systems and all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, etc., is required
  • Professional license/registration is either required or actively pursued
  • Master's level degree in a related field
  • A professional license in architecture or engineering
  • Theme park attraction project management experience
  • Paid Time Off
  • Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
  • Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K Retirement plan
  • Voluntary Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Legal Assistance Plan
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