Design and Engineering Project Manager | Construction

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project manager, design & engineering (construction) at seaworld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). Join our team and help create memorable experiences for guests while supporting the continued growth and development of our parks.

the project manager is responsible for the planning, design, and execution of capital improvement projects across the park. This role manages multiple projects simultaneously from concept development through construction completion while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with operational needs. The ideal candidate has experience managing construction projects in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with contractors and consultants, and balancing multiple priorities while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

manage multiple concurrent capital improvement and infrastructure projects from planning through project closeout. Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and project execution plans. Coordinate and oversee architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors throughout all phases of a project. Lead project meetings and communicate project status, risks, budget updates, and timelines to stakeholders and leadership. Review drawings, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and contractor proposals.

Participate in contractor selection, bid reviews, contract administration, and change order management. Conduct regular site walks to monitor project progress, quality, safety compliance, and contractor performance. Collaborate with park operations, maintenance, safety, environmental, legal, sourcing, and finance teams to ensure successful project delivery. Coordinate project activities within an active operating environment while minimizing impacts to guests and operations. Ensure compliance with company standards, applicable codes, permitting requirements, and safety regulations.

Track and manage project budgets and schedules throughout the project lifecycle. Support capital planning and forecasting activities as assigned.

• bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, project management, or a related field.
• minimum three years of project management or construction management experience.
• experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a commercial, hospitality, entertainment, industrial, municipal, or similar environment.
• working knowledge of construction processes, budgeting, scheduling, permitting, and project delivery methods.
• experience coordinating contractors, consultants, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and project budgets.
• strong written and verbal communication skills.
• strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• proficiency with microsoft office applications.

• experience in theme parks, hospitality, attractions, entertainment venues, resorts, or other guest-facing environments.
• experience managing projects in occupied or operational facilities.
• experience reviewing contracts, scopes of work, bids, and change orders.
• familiarity with project scheduling and construction management software.
• pmp, ccm, pe, ra, or other related professional certification.

• frequent walking throughout the park and construction sites.
• ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• ability to climb stairs, navigate construction areas, and occasionally work at heights.
• ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• ability…