Operations Manager, GPP

Grand Prix Plaza, home of the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix, is a world-class entertainment and event destination spanning approximately 39 acres in the heart of the Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit. The 300,000-square-foot facility features immersive Formula 1 attractions, premium hospitality experiences, event and meeting venues, retail, food and beverage offerings, and year-round activations that attract guests from across the globe.

The Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of Grand Prix Plaza through the hands‑on management and execution of facility maintenance, site operations, event operations, and operational readiness efforts. This role combines leadership and direct operational involvement, overseeing frontline teams, contractors, and vendors while actively supporting inspections, maintenance activities, event execution, venue transitions, and problem resolution.

The Operations Manager ensures facilities, attractions, infrastructure, and events operate in accordance with established safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company expectations.

• Perform and oversee facility maintenance, site operations, event support, and operational readiness activities throughout Grand Prix Plaza.
• Lead and work alongside frontline team members, contractors, and vendors to ensure operational tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to established standards.
• Conduct inspections of facilities, attractions, infrastructure, equipment, and guest‑facing areas, proactively identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Perform and coordinate preventative maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and corrective actions for facility systems, utilities, and operational assets.
• Support the operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, lighting, controls, building infrastructure, and other technical equipment as needed.
• Execute operational plans for events, activations, venue conversions, load‑ins, load‑outs, and special projects, ensuring timelines and operational objectives are achieved.
• Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, functionality, and safety of facilities, grounds, pathways, parking areas, and other spaces.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, permitting requirements, company policies, and operational procedures while promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
• Respond to operational incidents, emergency situations, and facility issues, coordinating resources and implementing timely solutions.
• Contribute to the overall success of Grand Prix Plaza by managing seasonal transitions and providing cross‑departmental support as needed.

• 5+ years of progressive experience in facility operations, venue operations, attractions, hospitality, entertainment, events, maintenance management, or a similarly complex operating environment.
• Proven experience leading teams while actively participating in day‑to‑day operational, maintenance, and event‑related activities.
• Working knowledge of facility maintenance, building systems, preventative maintenance programs, general repairs, and operational asset management.
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, and service providers while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to established standards.
• Experience supporting event operations, logistics, venue conversions, load‑ins, load‑outs, and guest‑facing activities.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, lighting controls, building infrastructure, mechanical systems, and technical equipment preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, life safety systems, emergency response procedures, and operational compliance requirements.
• Experience operating or overseeing equipment such as…