Director – Design & Engineering

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Join Our Design & Engineering Team

At SeaWorld, caring for animals is at the heart of what we do. We've rescued more than 40,000 animals, and we're still counting. As our parks grow, we're looking for an experienced leader to help shape our next generation of attractions, facilities, and guest experiences. You'll use your design, engineering, and construction expertise to turn big ideas into world-class destinations that millions of guests remember.

About the Role

You'll lead capital improvement projects from first idea to final construction, in line with our annual and 5-year capital plans. You'll work with the Corporate Design and Engineering Team on new attractions, facilities, and animal habitats. You'll also guide consultants, architects, engineers, and contractors through every phase. This role reports to the Park Vice President of Design & Engineering.

What You'll Do

Planning and strategy

• Partner with park and corporate leaders to plan and design major attractions across the Orlando parks.
• Work with park leadership to identify and prioritize annual sundry and infrastructure projects, plus 5-year infrastructure plans.
• Take projects from ideation through concept refinement, setting scope, schedule, and budget.

Design and compliance

• Oversee design and engineering so every project meets corporate standards, park needs, budget, and schedule.
• Ensure compliance with Capital Projects Controls & Procedures, A&E review processes, EH&S policies, and all applicable codes and standards.
• Build complete bid packages and contract documents.

Delivery

• Track construction progress against scope, schedule, cash flow, and budget.
• Manage risk, procurement, quality, and performance reporting.

Leadership

• Assign and direct project management work, and oversee outside consultants.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the Design & Engineering project management team.

What You'll Bring

Education and experience

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years managing capital projects through design and construction.
• 5+ years in architecture, engineering, or capital project delivery in a theme park or similar environment.

Technical knowledge

• Deep understanding of the design process and construction means and methods.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Entertainment media and specialty systems used in theme parks
  • Amusement ride systems, controls, and equipment
  • Building systems: site utilities, MEP, HVAC, water filtration, fire protection, and more

Leadership and working style

• Creative, strategic thinker who can break down complex problems and build clear plans.
• Excellent communicator and highly organized.
• Comfortable managing several major projects at once.
• Builds strong relationships at every level of the organization.
• Leads and mentors diverse teams of design, engineering, and technical professionals in a collaborative setting.
• Able to travel within the U.S.

The perks of the position:

• Paid Floating Holidays
• 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
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

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.