Manager Construction

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. 

Each day Universal Studios Hollywood creates unforgettable experiences for our guests from around the world. We bring to life the ultimate Hollywood experience with our real working movie studio and heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world’s most popular movies and TV shows. USH offers something for everyone from thrill seekers to movie lovers to family fun for all ages. Our Team Members are passionate individuals who create memorable moments whether it’s on the studio lot, or in our conference rooms, theaters, or kitchens. We believe in the talent of our team members. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives our business to succeed in everything we do across the park. We believe in a culture of family and fun, here you can make a difference and build your career! 

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.  

Job Description

The Construction Manager is responsible for the day-to-day decisions of running themed entertainment construction projects.  The Manager will oversee the daily management of construction projects in accordance with approved budgets, schedules, and project plans & specifications.  The role includes coordination with internal departments, supervision of construction managers, administrative staff, contracts, finance, scheduling, contractors, and sub-contractors.  This position reports to the overall project manager

• Responsible for the overall administration and execution of assigned projects in a safe, profitable, and timely manner.
• Responsible for coordination with internal planning departments to ensure that approvals for land development are received within the project schedule guidelines.
• Responsible for governmental inspections and approvals through final certificate of occupancy.
• Perform and/or oversee construction document review and constructability reviews.
• Provide interface between facility construction efforts and other Project Team member(s).
• Provide interface between facility construction efforts and Park Operations, EH&S and Agencies.
• Prepare daily work logs outlining Contractor staffing, work activities with supporting photo documentation.
• Prepare Monthly Progress Reports to communicate all aspects of Safety, Budget, and Schedule.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with internal departments, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Participates in construction estimating, bidding and contract negotiation.
• Oversees execution of the work and final close out phases of the projects assigned.
• Fully responsible for preparation and coordination of project work plans, schedules, estimates, and other planning documents included within the project scope. This involves generation of the documents, soliciting and incorporating input from technical specialists, and ensuring a high-quality, complete document is generated that fully meets the projects expectations from a quality, regulatory, and technical standpoint.
• Directly responsible for line management of project activities under his/her direction.
• Integral to the planning and coordinating of Project Logistics as it relates to Operations, Park Services, guest, and employee traffic flow as well as adjacent ongoing construction activities.
• Generates procurement specifications and negotiation of subcontracted scopes of work and budgets.
• Supports approval of plans, schedules, and cost estimates throug