Project Specialist

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

What you get to do:

• Responsible for providing support to the Design and Engineering department to ensure successful completion of park projects on time and on budget.
• Maintains capital project documentation as required by United Parks and Resorts Capital Control Policy.
• Assists Project Managers in tracking capital spending for multiple projects to ensure budgets and deadlines are met.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Enthusiastically represents Busch Gardens Tampa by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.
• New project creation in SAP, tracking, closeout and permit coordination support.
• Identify assets that are affected by capital spending and documents removal/impairment.
• Work with the park finance team to take over monthly closing reports for park capital expenditures.
• Work with the different teams to complete monthly accruals of capital costs as required by company controls.
• Ensure capital project closings occur with company defined timeframes.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly cost reports for Corporate Finance.
• Prepare project contract documents such as invitation to bid, RFQs and actual contractor bid breakdowns for all major projects and coordinates between Corporate Procurement, Project Managers and Park Leaders.
• Coordinate park access with Security and Human Resources for contractors working on property.
• Assist with capital requisitions.
• Ensure lien waiver compliance with contractors and subcontractors.
• Maintains safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

What it takes to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting is preferred.
• Must have accounting knowledge related to tracking budgets and spreadsheets.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook. 
• Working knowledge of SAP is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple duties with competing deadlines in a team environment.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Must have strong analytical skills.
• Must be able to meet requirements to drive Busch Gardens vehicles.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to positively and professionally interact with guests and co-workers of all ages and levels of leadership, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs.
• Resume required.

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.