Vice President, Design

3 months ago

Orlando, United States SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Full time

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team

SeaWorld is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.

What you get to do:
The Vice President of Design & Engineering is a member of the Orlando Parks Senior Leadership team, providing executive-level oversight, guidance, and technical leadership for SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove. You will:

Administer and execute all aspects of the park’s capital improvement budget Ensure strict adherence to established project budgets & schedules and all company policies and procedures Efficiently manage external designers, architectural and engineering consultants, vendors, and construction industry professionals Provide leadership, management, and direction for all areas of the Design & Engineering department Provide leadership in developing the park’s strategic plan with specific focus on capital investment in attractions, facilities, and infrastructure improvements. Plan and implement all capital improvement projects in accordance with the park’s annual and five-year capital investment plan Oversee scheduling, document preparation, permitting, bidding, contract negotiation and construction administration phases of all capital improvement projects Serve as park liaison to the Corporate Attraction group. Coordinate and support park departmental input and criteria, and actively participate in or manage all phases of major project development Oversee consultants’ design work to ensure compliance with established standards and project schedules Monitor construction in progress to ensure compliance with design intent, contract documents, safety and environmental initiatives, established budgets, and schedules Provide oversight and leadership in a collaborative effort to ensure the design and construction of new attractions and facilities complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the standards for accessible design Serve as a key park technical resource for all code compliance, infrastructure, safety, and other technical and/or engineering related issues Ensure adherence to all capital policies and procedures Develop and administer the Design & Engineering department expense budget Provide motivation, direction, coaching, and performance feedback to D&E staff


What it takes to succeed:

Must possess Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Minimum ten years’ experience managing multiple and complex commercial construction projects simultaneously Must have strong organizational skills Must be highly motivated, strategic & creative Must have excellent oral and written communication skills Must be able to analyze complex issues & develop effective plans and strategies Must be able to effectively lead a diverse group of design, engineering, and construction professionals and promote a healthy team environment Must be able to recognize, promote & leverage creative talent Must possess technical & functional knowledge of architecture and the means and methods of construction Must demonstrate knowledge of site utility distribution systems and all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, etc. Must possess or be in the process of pursuing professional license/registration.


The perks of the position:
As part of the SeaWorld family, you’ll enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates, as well as:

Comprehensive health coverage 401k plan Tuition reimbursement Free park admission Complimentary tickets Friends and family passports Exclusive employee discounts Paid time off And much more


Join the team
If you’re looking for the opportunity to make the most of your abilities in a one-of-a-kind setting with an entertainment industry leader, we’re looking for you

The perks of the position:

Paid Time Off Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K Retirement plan Voluntary Insurance Life Insurance Disability Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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