LN Concerts, Construction Project Manager - Regional

Job Summary:

WHO ARE WE?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide.  Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 30,000 shows and 95+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 900 brands with the 86 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

WHO ARE YOU?

Passionate and motivated.  Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on! 

THE ROLE:

The Construction Project Manager (PM) will be dedicated to a designated region – to be confirmed upon hire. The primary role of the PM is to manage construction projects end-to-end ranging from $50K to $1M+.

The PM also assists with developing the short and long-term capital improvement strategy for venues in their region, manages third party project managers on major construction projects, and supervises a project coordinator who directly supports the PM.

The PM will report to the Head of Construction Management and will interface frequently to develop/implement capital improvement efforts for venues in the PM’s region.

In addition to managing the PM’s own projects, the PM will also work closely with venue General Managers (GMs), overseeing the management of smaller projects. They will assess requests from GMs, monitor project progress, and assist with technical construction matters – including payment to contractors, changes, claims, and inspection for conformance to design requirements. 

Prior experience managing construction projects $100K+ end-to-end is required. Candidates without prior experience will not be considered.

This role would be based out of one of our major offices or option to work from home (proximity to a major airport preferred). Role requires ~50%-70% travel to venues in designated region.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manages and supervises all phases of assigned construction projects at Live Nation owned & operated venues within a designated region

• Prepares and manages construction schedules

• Prepares and manages project budget; approves project expenses

• Selects and manages general contractors or subcontractors

• Utilizes Live Nation project management software to assemble / maintain complete project records and close-out documents

• Performs project punch-list inspections and follow-ups

• Works in conjunction with the venue GMs, local operations teams, and line of business leaders (e.g. food & beverage, premium seating, etc.)

• Assists Head of Construction Management in gathering and prioritizing capital improvement requests from the GMs

Job Requirements:

• Excellent practical knowledge of construction concepts

• Demonstrated experience with construction project management

• Prior experience managing construction projects $100K+ and experience in cost estimation and negotiation

• Ability to establish timelines and budgets with proven track record of bringing projects in on time and within budget

• Experience with Bid Packages, Award Phase, Contract Administration and Coordination, Construction Phase, Cost Reports, Permits, Building Codes

• Strong track record managing subcontractors/general contractors

• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytic skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, computerized timelines, flow charts, purchasing, inventory control, expediting, punch lists, etc.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Project (or other project management software) and CAD preferred

• Ability to multi-task, remain highly organized, and work with minimal supervision

• Must be team oriented and be able to lead productive, multi-discipline meetings

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online at www.livenationentertainment.com/careers to join the Live Nation Entertainment team today!

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

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
Live Nation Entertainment strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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 Entertainment recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation Entertainment may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.