Technical Manager - Project
NBCUniversal · California
📍 Universal City, CALIFORNIA, us💰 $90,000 - $120,000via smartrecruitersPosted 2026-07-21
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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
The Technical Manager – Capital Projects is responsible for on-site coordination, integration, and oversight of capital projects at Universal Studios Hollywood (USH). This role serves as a key liaison between Global Attraction Programs (GAP), Technical Services, site operations, and external partners to ensure projects are executed efficiently and in alignment with approved scope, schedule, and budget.
This position is focused on driving day-to-day execution, facilitating communication across teams, resolving issues in the field, and providing clear, consistent project reporting to remote stakeholders. The Technical Manager also provides on-site technical leadership, enabling informed decision-making with vendors and partners to support timely and effective project delivery.
Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Execution
Coordinate and support on-site execution of multiple capital projects, including rides, shows, and infrastructure scopes
Facilitate daily/weekly coordination across project teams, site operations, maintenance, and vendors
Identify, escalate, and help resolve site-related issues impacting scope, schedule, or cost
Support implementation of project plans, ensuring alignment with site constraints and operational needs
Liaison & Stakeholder Integration
Act as the primary on-site liaison between USH, GAP, Technical Services, Legal, Sourcing, and external partners
Ensure alignment between project teams and park operations, maintenance, and safety stakeholders
Coordinate site access, logistics, installation sequencing, and operational impacts
Support cross-functional communication and decision-making to maintain project momentum
Technical Leadership & Field Decision-Making
Serve as the on-site technical lead for assigned projects, supporting the review of engineering analyses, technical submittals, design packages, and installation approaches
Provide on-site technical judgment and decision-making to address field conditions, vendor questions, and installation challenges, escalating to USH, GAP, and/or Engineering & Safety leadership for complex or out-of-tolerance issues
Translate operational and maintenance needs into clear technical requirements and support alignment with design intent
Ensure technical coordination across disciplines to support constructability, installation, and integration
Compliance, Testing & Commissioning
Ensure all project work complies with applicable local regulations (e.g., LA DBS, DOSH), industry standards (e.g., ASTM F24), and internal Universal Destinations & Experiences engineering specifications
Plan, manage, and participate in testing, commissioning, and acceptance activities, including verifying that systems meet safety, reliability, maintainability, and operational requirements
Track and coordinate resolution of field issues identified during installation and commissioning
Project Reporting & Controls
Develop and maintain clear, consistent project status reporting (schedule, cost, risks, key milestones)
Provide regular updates to leadership and remote stakeholders
Track and communicate risks, issues, and mitigation plans in a timely manner
Support maintenance of project schedules and budgets, ensuring transparency and accountability
Vendor & Field Coordination
Drive vendors, contractors, and internal trades to ensure work is progressing in alignment with project plans
Monitor site activities and provide visibility into vendor performance and execution progress
Support review and coordination of RFIs, submittals, and field changes to ensure proper alignment and documentation
Safety & Compliance
Ensure all on-site activities are executed in accordance with applicable safety standards, site procedures, and regulatory requirements
Partner with Safety and Operations teams to support safe execution of all project work
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $90,000 - $120,000 (bonus eligible)
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience
5+ years of experience in capital project delivery, construction, themed entertainment, or related environments
Demonstrated experience coordinating complex, cross-fu
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