Vertical Transportation Special Projects Manager

Vertical Transportation Special Projects Manager

Job Summary

The Vertical Transportation Special Projects Manager provides technical and management leadership for teams delivering maintenance, modernization, and installation of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. The manager oversees schedules, development of modernization priorities, budget management, and project status. They act as a liaison between providers, contractors, consultants, and property staff to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while complying with codes and safety requirements.

• Oversee routine maintenance and urgent repair activities performed by contracted providers in line with engineering standards and safety regulations.
• Identify vertical transportation deficiencies, including ride quality issues and aesthetic upgrades.
• Manage the full project lifecycle for upgrades and modernization—bidding, contract development, construction administration.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and supervise contractor performance to ensure quality and compliance.
• Lead onsite activities such as surveys, inspections, testing, and equipment evaluations.
• Manage budgets, resources, and billing for vertical transportation operations and projects.
• Prepare detailed reports on equipment condition, maintenance progress, and outstanding deficiencies.
• Monitor effectiveness of servicing and maintenance activities, identifying improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of all maintenance, inspections, and testing.
• Prioritize repair and replacement of fixtures, including operational panels, hall stations, and related components.
• Plan, schedule, and track project milestones to ensure timely delivery of vertical transportation initiatives.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain scope, budget, and schedule integrity.
• Coordinate stakeholder communication, providing clear updates on progress, issues, and decisions.
• Manage procurement activities—vendor selection, proposal review, equipment delivery logistics.
• Lead project close‑out processes, ensuring documentation accuracy, final inspections, and resolution of outstanding items.
• Respond to and complete Maximo work orders promptly and accurately.
• Provide technical support for events as required.
• Project manage special projects that may involve non‑vertical transportation equipment—develop scopes, bid, oversee contractors, manage budgets and timelines, complete close‑outs, coordinate trades, and communicate with stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Service, Culture, and Professionalism

• Demonstrate the organization's core values, family‑style service philosophy, mission, and vision, and uphold a workplace culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor throughout the shift.
• Follow all safety protocols and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Adhere to lost‑and‑found procedures and all other departmental policies.
• Plan, organize, and complete assigned work efficiently and on schedule.
• Take initiative, demonstrate ownership, and proactively assist guests with their needs.
• Receive and apply feedback and coaching from supervisors.
• Perform additional job‑related duties as assigned.

DISCLAIMER

These statements describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The Company reserves the right to modify the job description as needed.

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or pregnancy‑related conditions, or when the position conflicts with an individual’s religious beliefs or practices.

Caesars Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.