Design Manager

This is a Full Time Job

THE JOB

Reporting to the Director of Architecture & Design, the successful candidate will:

• Prepare and coordinate conceptual plans
• Review venue design and construction contract bid documents and specifications for projects
• Apply knowledge of design, construction procedures, zoning and building codes, and building materials
• Prepare, review, and integrate planning and construction policies and procedures in accordance with Live Nation's business needs and directives
• Coordinate furniture design, selection, and procurement to align with project design aesthetic

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

• Prepare concept designs, specifications, and presentations for projects
• Coordinate development of project design and documentation with external consultants and internal stakeholders
• Manage external design and engineering consultants and vendors
• Set project design aesthetic direction and review and coordinate implementation with project consultants
• Prepare and review plans, construction bid documents, and specifications for major and minor capital improvement projects and for alteration and renovation projects
• Develop project scope, schedule, and cost, and review this with the business unit to ensure the project meets business objectives
• Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with set goals and timelines
• Prepare, review, and integrate construction planning policies and procedures
• Review and analyze construction documents to ensure design and programmatic alignment and identify potential constructability or coordination risks during preconstruction phase
• Monitor construction progress through on-site inspection and review
• Create furniture plans, select furnishings, prepare budgets and coordinate orders for projects with the Furniture Coordinator
• Work with Art and Branding teams on development and implementation of venue art program

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

• You will work closely with a team comprised of cross functional stakeholders from Live Nation including Project Development, Design & Architecture, Fan/Artist Services, F&B, Sponsorship, and Premium Sales
• You will also work with general contractors and external consultant teams
• You will report to the Director of Architecture & Design

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture; 5-7 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Licensure is preferred
• Experience with all phases of project development from conceptual design through construction administration
• A strong understanding of building codes and systems
• Experience working on venue related build outs, expansions and/or improvements preferred
• Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools
• Ability to design and plan major construction projects
• Ability to travel domestically to project sites and meetings
• Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, and leadership skills
• Working knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Sketchup/Enscape, and Bluebeam
• Significant travel required to project sites throughout the US

BENEFITS & PERKS - Our motto is 'Taking Care of Our Own' through 6 pillars of benefits:

• HEALTH: Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for you and your family, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• YOURSELF: Paid time off policy including holidays, sick time and day off for your birthday, free concert tickets
• WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, Stock Program Reimbursement
• FAMILY: New parent programs & support including caregiver leave and infertility support
• CAREER: Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment internal growth and development programs & trainings
• OTHERS: Crowdfunding network

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may