About the Role & Team

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.

The Facilities and Operations team handles all logistical support from an operational standpoint for global locations including space planning, design and moves, construction, phones, and security to support facilities planning and projects.

You will report to the Sr. Manager – Facilities & Operations.

This is a Project Hire/Internal Assignment position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do

• As a Walt Disney Imagineering’s Facilities and Operations Division representative, this position will provide oversight and technical leadership from conceptual design through construction on multiple projects

• Plan and supervise facility construction teams during minor tenant improvement upgrade projects

• Provide facilities project oversight and technical leadership from conceptual design through construction for multiple medium-sized projects

• Act as a representative of the WDI/Disney Consumer Products (DCP) Facilities and Operations Division on project teams

• Direct activities of in-house staff and collaborate with design and delivery teams in preparing construction contract documents

• Provide technical and administrative direction to ensure project costs remain within budget

• Perform mock-up space sizing analysis, coordination, and allocation within WDI/DCP buildings as needed

• Support phone and cellular service-related operations when required

• Review building plans and projects using AutoCAD and other relevant programs

• Assist with implementing safety protocols, sensitive information protection, and asset protection initiatives

• Coordinate space management, office move support, and related operational activities

• Assist with finance and billing of both projects and reoccurring studio purchases

• Manage maintenance and leasing of vehicles and specialty items (e.g., dumpsters)

• Be able to assist with the troubleshooting of conference equipment and provide support for warehouse operations

• Coordinate mail operations, document/material destruction, and donation initiatives

• Constantly look to optimize operations to meet the changing needs of the organization

• Assist Environmental and Safety teams with ongoing initiatives

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

• Valid State Driver’s License

• Design or facilities experience, including responsibility for production of working drawings, specifications and other construction documents in one or more of the major disciplines in the field of building design and construction

• Demonstrated experience in Project/Construction Management and Change Management

• Ability to think strategically and tactically, with strong problem-solving skills

• Capable of handling diverse projects simultaneously

• Strong leadership skills to provide direction and manage relationships in a team environment

• Ability to anticipate client and partner needs and adapt to change effectively

• Excellent communication skills in a corporate setting

• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD or Revit.

• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

• General/Construction OSHA 30

Education

• High School Diploma with some college training in the facilities/construction field or equivalent work experience required

• Bachelor’s degree in a core discipline such as: Construction management, Architecture, Interior Design or related disciplines is desirable

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $65,300 - $87,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.