VP, Design & Engineering

SeaWorld • Williamsburg, VA

95d

About The Position

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 United Parks & Resorts. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Highly motivated, strategic, and creative individuals will thrive.
• 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.
• Ability to recognize, promote, and leverage creative talent is important.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s level degree in a related field.
• A professional license in architecture or engineering.
• Theme park attraction project management experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Coordinate and support park departmental input and criteria, and actively participate in or manage all phases of major project development.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees