Associate Project Manager at The Walt Disney Company

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, Theme Parks, HospitalityIndustries

Requirements

4+ Years experience with construction methods and materials
Experience interpreting design drawings and specifications
Knowledge of construction project management processes, purchasing/contract management, and development
Experience with construction finance (budgets, cash flows, etc.)
Experience with Project Management Information System (PMIS) Software
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Renovations
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field or relevant Construction experience
2+ years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or commercial facilities construction industry
Experience with vendor negotiations, estimating, and bidding processes

Responsibilities

Be responsible for overall project safety, obtaining final acceptance for a contractor submitted safety plan, and compliance with the project safety plan, including OSHA requirements, corporate governance, and FAM Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG)
Be responsible for the development and closeout of the portfolio of projects throughout the project life cycle
Maintain accurate financial reporting, and job files including budget, project design, and Estimated Final Costs (EFC's)
Work with partners and operators to implement the job in a cost-effective manner
Develop bid strategies with Procurement, including scope of work, unit costing items, bid alternates, and operational constraints required for contract preparation
Lead all aspects of the project timeline, establish planning tasks to ensure schedule compliance, to achieve the desired completion date
Facilitate development meetings with clients and encouraging resolutions to meet all partner constraints
Connect with partners, clients and leadership regarding project status, schedule, financial and guest impacts
Conduct presentations to clients and FAM executives
Use project and contract management systems in the daily operation of the business

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementProject Lifecycle ManagementSafety ComplianceOSHAFinancial ReportingBudget ManagementProcurementBid StrategiesContract ManagementSchedulingStakeholder Communication

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Disney offer for this role?

Disney offers benefits and perks, though specific details are not fully listed in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the required qualifications and skills for the Associate Project Manager role?

Required skills include 4+ years experience with construction methods and materials, experience interpreting design drawings and specifications, knowledge of construction project management processes, purchasing/contract management, and development, experience with construction finance (budgets, cash flows, etc.), and experience with Project Management Information System (PMIS) Software.

What is the company culture like at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts?

The team culture revolves around creating happiness, enabling teams to push limits and build never-before-seen experiences, with a motto of 'We create happiness' that permeates everything they do.

What makes a strong candidate for this Associate Project Manager position?

Strong candidates will have the required 4+ years of construction experience, PMIS software proficiency, and financial management skills, plus preferred qualifications like a Bachelor's in STEM, experience in renovations, or the AEC industry.