Construction Project Manager

Job Description & Requirements

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. 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.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company (‘Versant’) comprised of most of NBCUniversal’s cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

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Job Description

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for providing the leadership, direction and resources to effectively manage construction projects for Universal Studio Hollywood (USH). The Project Manager will oversee construction projects in accordance with approved budgets, schedules, and project plans & specifications. The role includes coordination with internal departments, supervision of the department trade foreman, administrative staff, contracts, finance, scheduling, contractors and sub-contractors.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the operations and activities of Park-wide construction projects
• Responsible for the development of the capital plans (scoping project, utilize the approval process to gain approval and implement plans) and implementing these plans in a cost effective and efficient manner.
• Assists with the pre-qualification and evaluation of potential construction vendors. Works with the general contractors, vendors for site/construction sequence and logistics with general contractors, vendors and USH project team with regards to access, insurance, etc. required to gain access to the site.
• Reviews design documents for construction, completeness, corrections, and coordination and compile a list of comments. Reviews the existing facility status to evaluate what potential issues used to be addressed by the design documents.
• Responsible for governmental inspections and approvals through final certificate of occupancy.
• Provides interface between Facility Engineering Department, Park Operations, Entertainment Department, Creative Department, EH&S, etc.
• Fully responsible for preparation of project work plans, schedules, estimates, and other planning documents included within the project scope, schedule, budget and quality objectives.
• Supports approval of plans, schedules, and cost estimates through direct interaction with project.
• Responsible for all documentation required for site access, lay down and other logistics for the contractors and vendors. Assists in the presentation of all required construction management processes including but not limited to: RFP’s, RFI’s, Shop Drawings, Directives, Submittals, Punch Lists, Short Form Agreements and other documents as required. Supports USH project team for progress payment and related walk-through and inspections. Manages and coordinates staging area inventories for arrival and dispatch. Supervises facility and progress in accordance with the master schedule.
• Manages overall punch list and close out process for the facility. Reviews all final submittals from the contractor for all close-out documentation including, but not limited to shop drawings, submittals, as-builts, warranties, lien waivers, etc.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the of the Careers website. Salary range: $90,000 – $125,000 (Eligible for bonus)

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university in Construction Management, Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Over 3 years of project management/maintenance planning experience with a general contractor or project management firm. Project Management certification preferred.
• Proficient of local/regional codes and ordinances, reading/interpreting construction documents and contracts
• Proven experience managing multiple projects and contractors at once including Tenant Improvement, Ground up and Technology projects in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to make accurate quantity surveys and to estimate the cost of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor’s work, ascertaining that all areas have been accounted for prior to submitting estimate for review.
• Working knowledge of equipment, systems, quality control and troubleshooting within the area of responsibility (Electrical, HVAC, Water Treatment, Plumbing, Construction, Painting, Landscape, Construction, Maintenance) as well as Facility Life/Safety Systems and equipment
• Ability & willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays with short notice
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Project.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

Desired Characteristics

• Theme Park Operations knowledge and experience
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of employees and management, and willingness to give assistance to co-workers in other areas. Strong team player.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible is essential
• Experience managing in a union environment

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Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.