The Role
Manages construction projects from planning through closeout, controlling scope, budget, schedule, safety, quality, contracts, change orders, and cost forecasts. Coordinates internal teams, contractors, clients, and management; maintains project documentation and financial reporting; develops schedules and critical paths; ensures regulatory and corporate compliance; identifies project risks and mitigation plans; and supports continuous process improvement.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Posting Title:
Project ManagerReq ID:
10155878Job Description:
As a Project Manager, you will be accountable to ensure that all assigned projects are accurately prioritized, crafted, and performed with an emphasis on strict scope, budget, and schedule control. You will lead the implementation of assigned projects. You will perform accountabilities according to established operating procedures and will take an active role in continually improving these processes. The position objective is to run each assigned project from creation to completion. The goal of this position is to complete projects within the approved budget and schedule with the highest quality and most cost-effectively and efficiently.
You will report to the Program Manager.
You Will...SAFETY:
- Lead overall project safety, acquiring final approval for contractor-submitted safety plans and compliance with the project safety plan. Includes compliance to all regulatory (OSHA) requirements, corporate governance requirements, and Facilities Asset Management (FAM) Standard Operating Guidelines.
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT:
- Lead all aspects of the development, planning, execution, and closeout of the project throughout the project life. Includes project design, development, implementation, budget, cash flow reporting, and maintaining accurate Estimated Forecast to Complete (EFC) for financial reporting, and maintenance of all job files.
TEAMWORK AND COLLABORATION:
- Assemble project teams with internal and external resources to complete all assigned projects and coordinate to ensure that they are working as an integrated team in delivering against project goals.
CONTRACT DEVELOPMENT:
- Provide support for the administration of contracts including the scope of work, unit costing items, bid alternates, and operational constraints required for contract preparation.
PROJECT SCHEDULE:
- Run the project schedule, establishing critical path tasks to ensure schedule compliance and ensuring accurate man-loading requirements of the contractor to achieve the desired completion date.
CLIENT COMMUNICATION:
- Coordinate operational constraints and job goals together to achieve a seamless project, including communication with Partners, Clients, and management regarding project status, schedule, financial and guest impacts.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY:
- Technically proficient with various software programs such as construction management software and Microsoft suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) Use project and contract management systems in the daily operation of the business.
PROCESS COMPETENCY:
- Handle the change order process within the department guidelines, while updating the project budget and Estimated Forecast to Complete (EFC) based on project-driven cost trends.
- Four years of project management/construction management in hospitality, commercial and industrial construction.
- Knowledge of project management process and shown ability to handle a portfolio of projects of more than $6 M annually.
- Knowledge of project accounting, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, document management, best value contracting, contract management, and cost forecasting.
- Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and techniques. Familiarity with all construction applicable codes, i.e., UBC, NEC & UFC.
- Ability to prepare presentations for department management reviews that drive related decisions.
- Outstanding attention to detail and organization skills, as well as problem-solving skills.
- Leadership experience.
- Identify project-related risks and propose mitigation plans.
- Project management/construction management within a Theme Park environment.
- Four-year college degree (BA / BS) in project/construction management or related field and 4+ years of applicable hands-on project/ construction experience.
Or
- Two years of college and 8+ years of applicable hands-on project/construction experience.
- MBA in Project / Construction Management or a related field.
Job Posting Segment:
FOSJob Posting Primary Business:
Facilities Asset Mgmt (DLR)Primary Job Posting Category:
Construction Project Mgmt SuperintendentsEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Anaheim, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-08-13Skills Required
- Four years of project management or construction management experience in hospitality, commercial, or industrial construction
- Four-year college degree in project management, construction management, or a related field, plus 4+ years of applicable hands-on project or construction experience
- Alternatively, two years of college plus 8+ years of applicable hands-on project or construction experience
- Ability to manage a portfolio of projects exceeding $6 million annually
- Knowledge of project management processes, project accounting, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, document management, contracting, and cost forecasting
- Knowledge of construction materials, methods, techniques, and applicable codes including UBC, NEC, and UFC
- Ability to prepare presentations for management reviews
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Leadership experience
- Ability to identify project-related risks and propose mitigation plans
- MBA in project or construction management or a related field
- Project management or construction management experience in a theme park environment
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements raised wage floors for large groups of park cast members—e.g., Disneyland’s $24/hour minimum rising to $26 over the contract and Walt Disney World’s path from $18 toward about $20–$20.50 by 2026—signaling upward movement in hourly pay. These steps are described as meaningful improvements for many frontline roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials outline medical, dental, and vision coverage for many full‑time roles, wellness resources, and (in Central Florida) access to Centers for Living Well clinics and pharmacy. References to mental‑health support and paid time off reinforce a strong core health offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Complimentary theme‑park admission and discounts on hotels, dining, merchandise, and recreation are positioned as signature perks. Education support through Disney Aspire adds notable lifestyle value for eligible hourly employees.
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The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that operates through segments including entertainment, sports, and experiences.
