VP, Design & Engineering

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What you get to do:

As a key member of the Senior Leadership team, the Vice President of Design & Engineering will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of SeaWorld & Aquatica San Antonio. You’ll provide executive-level oversight, expert guidance, and strategic technical leadership, directly impacting the design and engineering of cutting-edge attractions, world-class facilities, and memorable experiences for guests. This is your chance to lead a talented team, drive innovation, and play a pivotal role in the continued growth and success of one of the most iconic entertainment destinations.

• 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:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is required.
• At least ten years’ experience managing multiple and complex commercial construction projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills are essential.
• Highly motivated, strategic, and creative individuals will thrive.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to read, write, and speak English, are required.
• The ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective plans and strategies is crucial.
• Effective leadership of a diverse group of design, engineering, and construction professionals, promoting a healthy team environment, is key.
• Ability to recognize, promote, and leverage creative talent is important.
• Technical and functional knowledge of architecture and the means and methods of construction is necessary.
• A solid understanding of site utility distribution systems and all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, etc., is required.
• Professional license/registration is either required or actively pursued.
• Highly Preferred: Master’s level degree in a related field, A professional license in architecture or engineering, Theme park attraction project management experience.

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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