What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assoc Construction Mgr (PH) position at Walt Disney Imagineering?
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
Construction Management is responsible for supervising and coordinating all on-site construction activities through installation on a project or multiple projects. Monitors safety, quality, and schedule in the field, while providing technical expertise and ensuring work in place meets quality requirements of contract documents, applicable codes, and Disney standards. Coordinates and interfaces with all WDI Studios, DLR /WDW Operations and Security, contractors, vendors, and governmental agencies. Construction Management is the primary responsible Studio for everything that happens on WDI construction projects, including all impact to Operations.
You will report to an Assistant Construction Manager.
This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.
What You Will Do
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
Construction Management is responsible for supervising and coordinating all on-site construction activities through installation on a project or multiple projects. Monitors safety, quality, and schedule in the field, while providing technical expertise and ensuring work in place meets quality requirements of contract documents, applicable codes, and Disney standards. Coordinates and interfaces with all WDI Studios, DLR /WDW Operations and Security, contractors, vendors, and governmental agencies. Construction Management is the primary responsible Studio for everything that happens on WDI construction projects, including all impact to Operations.
You will report to an Assistant Construction Manager.
This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.
What You Will Do
- Manages an entire scope of a small project or scope of work (i.e., guest rooms, graphics, FF&A, restaurant, retail etc.) which is self-contained and definable, within financial parameters and to the high-quality standards of WDI and DX
- Assists with informational flow and tracking (Submittals, RFI's, QA / QC)
- Makes recommendations for product and people conflict resolution and problem solving on project within their scope
- Assists in finalizing budget
- Plays an active role in preparing professional bid packages
- Manages relationships with Owner / Operator
- Assists the field team with daily issue resolution with other team members: Ride, Show, Entertainment, etc.
- Assists with Assistant Construction Management tasks
- Coordinates with multiple internal WDI and DX departments and external entities (including Project Management, Estimating, Scheduling, Ride Engineering, vendors, and contractors)
- Assists with Punch / Completion Lists
- Permit tracking (COA website for DLR / Accela program for WDW)
- Manages construction site badging and site aerial photos
- Provides administrative assistance to the field team
- Helps fill timeslot voids in the field (ie, cover superintendents)
- Becomes familiar with WDI CM Duties, as defined in the CM ToolBOX
- 2 years outside trade-related experience or 1-2 years WDI experience
- Understanding of the Project Development process
- Understanding of scheduling, budgeting, and quality control
- Organization skills
- Task management
- Expanded computer proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Bluebeam (Drawing Reviews)
- Proficient in the latest version of Autodesk Field Management software applications
- Various GC Project Management Platforms - Reservoir (WDW Only) - Per Division 1, GC may recommend a project management software (WDW Only)
- College degree in a WDI Core discipline (such as Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture) or related profession or technical school
- Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
